Jeff Perry: Connection Unlocks Potential

Dennis Doran has as his guest Jeff Perry, the host of the Engineering Career Coach podcast. They discuss the importance of employee connection in the workplace and its impact on individual well-being and organizational success. They highlight the health risks and economic costs associated with loneliness and lack of connection. Leadership is emphasized as crucial in fostering a culture of connection, with leaders needing to lead by example and prioritize the well-being of their team members. The importance of connection at all levels of the organization is emphasized, along with the significance of self-awareness, soft skills, curiosity, inclusion, and diversity in leadership. The episode concludes with the suggestion for leaders to ask questions to gain awareness of themselves and their team members.