As an employee, you are the heart and soul of any organization. In this guide, we explore why it is essential for you to care about organizations that prioritize connection capital—the sum of social connections and relationships. By understanding the benefits of connection capital, you can actively seek out companies that foster strong social bonds. This guide highlights the advantages you can enjoy as an employee when connection capital is a priority, including enhanced well-being, increased engagement, career development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

Key Points:

1. As you consider potential employers, it is crucial to recognize the significance of connection capital—the collective value of social networks and relationships—within organizations. By choosing to work for companies that prioritize connection capital, you position yourself for a fulfilling and successful career journey.

2. Enhanced Well-being and Job Satisfaction Organizations that value...

Do you remember the Jerry Maguire Mission Statement, where Jerry (played by Tom Cruise) experiences a crisis of heart and mind? The profession and organization he loves, seem to have lost something crucial. He senses a loss of connection at all levels.

If you don't recall, let me share a snippet of the introduction:

“THE THINGS WE THINK AND DO NOT SAY

Thoughts of a Sports Attorney

Miami Hilton, 1 AM

It’s 1 AM and this might be the bad pizza I had earlier talking, but I believe I have something to say. Or rather, I have something to say that I believe in. My father once said, “Get the bad news over with first. You be the one to say the tough stuff. Well, here goes. There is a cruel wind blowing through our business. We all feel it, and if we don’t, perhaps we’ve forgotten how to feel. But here is the truth. We are less ourselves than we were when we started this organization.”

As organizational leaders and HR professionals, do you share that...

Let's talk about the ROI of Employee Connection 

A vital component of a successful organization. It refers to the sense of belonging, value, and well-being that employees experience in the workplace, resulting in a feeling of fulfillment and a sense of purpose. Think about your favorite job or hobby; it probably made you feel connected and motivated to do your best.

Productivity

Employee connection is a top priority for executives worldwide. Unfortunately, only about 30% of employees feel connected in their work, meaning that 70% are not maximizing their potential. While it's normal to disconnect sometimes, being disconnected for long periods can lead to distractions and even unhappiness.

As a leadership development consulting firm, we know that disconnected employees can negatively impact an organization's financial bottom line. Suppose we consider the average annual salary in the US, which is about $55,000. In that case, an average employee generates around three times their...