The Power of Connection

I’ve been encouraging my team to schedule a 15-minute virtual coffee chat with someone they don’t normally work closely with. No agenda, just a simple invitation to talk, listen, and get to know one another a little better.

After a decade in this role, these truths continue to guide me:
Communication builds trust.
Collaboration grows from relationships.
And connection fuels the culture we all depend on.

I invite you to join in.

Reach out to a colleague you admire, someone new to your network, or a teammate you’ve lost touch with.

Offer 15 minutes of pause, and you may be surprised by the revelations that unfold from one micro moment convo.

In a world that moves fast, taking time to connect is one of the most powerful leadership habits we can cultivate.