Why Belonging Is a Leadership Priority

When podcast legend John Lee Dumas found himself burned out in a corporate job, one surprising gesture from his boss changed everything—and revealed the deeper science of connection at work. Research now shows that social exclusion activates the same part of the brain as physical pain. This video explores why belonging is essential for leadership, and how simple actions can transform team culture.

As a belonging keynote speaker and human connection expert, Ryan Jenkins helps moves teams from isolated to all in. If you’d like help building Connectable teams and cultures, click here.