As leaders, we must take the time to connect with those around us. The strongest leaders have strong networks.

As leaders, we must take the time to connect with those around us. The strongest leaders have strong networks.

Connectedness promotes productivity and compliance.

At the beginning of the pandemic, there was a productivity boom; however, slowly, productivity declined again. But why? Employee networks became fragmented and disconnected. This disconnection is the foundation of loneliness.

The isolation of employees significantly impacts the connection employees have with each other and the leadership team.

Taking 15-minutes of a 45-minute meeting to ask how someone is doing and actively listen to their needs is the difference between a manager and a leader.

A leader takes time to connect with employees and helps reduce the feeling of loneliness. Further, it helps to help leaders to become aware of what is going on, which can promote cultural change.

Connect with Lou Musante at musante@echostrategies.biz to learn more about leadership and loneliness.

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Ref: https://www.citrinconsulting.com/resources/leadership-cafe/