Creating a Culture of Connection

We’ve all read that Gallup study about the health and wellness benefits of having friends at work, but can HR even make people be friends? Alas, no. But, we CAN encourage connection with our peers at work, there are significant benefits for the business when we do, and, hey, maybe friendship will emerge along the way. What is happening when we make connections at work, what kinds of things can get in the way, and what can HR do to tackle these issues? We’ll cover all these issues, as well as some practical tips for creating a work culture that encourages this kind of connection. In this session you will:

• Understand the challenges that get in the way of creating connections at work
• Learn how to embed connections into the organization’s culture
• Gain practical tips to help employees foster connections