Hacking Human Connection: 3 Secrets To Being More Connectable | Steven Van Cohen | TEDxNorthwesternU

Our social connectedness really matters. Connections to friends, family, workmates, playmates, and strangers contribute heavily to our health, happiness, and overall well-being. In this talk, we'll explore three very simple - yet very mighty "secrets," for building robust relationships with the people around us. It reveals the importance of becoming more connectable, and how to practice "connectability" in one's life. Steven Van Cohen is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, internationally recognized leadership consultant, and executive coach. His latest book is Connectable – How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. For over a decade, Steven has helped leading organizations like Salesforce, Home Depot, Komatsu, Bank of America and Blackstone improve worker well-being, reduce employee disconnection and boost team belonging. Dubbed “The Leadership Whisperer,” Steven’s top-ranked insights have been featured in CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, and Inc. Steven holds a Master of Science in Organizational Development from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Illinois. He is the CEO of SyncLX (a consultancy that works with many Fortune 500 companies) and Partner at LessLonely.com, the world’s first resource to help lessen loneliness and strengthen team connection. He resides in sunny California with his wife and two daughters. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx