The Be Connectable™️ Blog

Building Connection in the New Age of Work

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How to Close the Generational Gap Using Empathy

Our brains are wired for shortcuts, which makes leading across generations trickier than most leaders realize. This video explores how unconscious generational bias shows up at work—and how curiosity, empathy, and emotional intelligence can override our instinct to jump to conclusions. Learn why connection isn’t about difference—it’s about distance, and how to close the gap.

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Why Generational Spans Are Shrinking (And What It Means for You)

Generational spans used to last 15–20 years, but thanks to real-time access to technology, global events, and cultural shifts, those gaps are shrinking to just 5–10 years. That means generational differences are intensifying, even within generations, like older vs. younger Millennials. In this video, you’ll learn how these changes affect communication, leadership, and the future of your workplace.

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The Disconnection Crisis Gen Z Is Bringing to Work

Before the pandemic, Gen Z was already facing a disconnection crisis, feeling twice as lonely as older generations. As this group enters the workforce in large numbers, the need to connect across generations has never been more urgent. This video shares the data, the deeper insight, and a simple truth: connection is the critical resource for building a stronger, more resilient workforce.

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How Entrenchment Blocks Generational Collaboration And How to Overcome It

Entrenchment is one of the most overlooked barriers to workplace connection, especially across generations. In this video, we unpack what it really means, how it silently disrupts team dynamics, and why it’s so common among leaders and experienced professionals. Learn how to spot it, shift it, and create more inclusive, adaptable, and connected teams.

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The Real Reason Your Team Is Disconnected (and How to Fix It)

We’re more wired than ever but not more connected. This video breaks down the connection illusion: why technology only enables communication, not true connection. Learn how to move from simply exchanging information to creating meaningful connection, and discover a simple but powerful practice teams are using to finally “see the human behind the job.”

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The #1 Trait Healthy Teams Have in Common

Most leaders focus on the fruit (performance, engagement, retention) but ignore the seed: connection. Backed by eye-opening data and a powerful story from Brazil, this talk reveals why connection is the catalyst for thriving teams and long-term loyalty. Discover the surprising truth about what’s really driving (or draining) your team’s potential.

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