We’re all familiar with the benefits of coaching in the workplace, and how a good coach — just like with any sports or other team — can make or break the way a team performs.
And how coaching can lead to incredibly positive outcomes for the team someone leads.
But what about human connection? How does that come into play in a team’s performance?
The bonds a team forms can go beyond professional relationships; these bonds can be the foundation upon which successful partnerships are built!
In today’s professional arena, the importance of human connections in fostering effective teamwork cannot be minimized, and cultivating an environment with a strong sense of human connection can be key for achieving positive interaction within the team and beyond.
The way a team interacts can impact:
Communication: How a team communicates sets the tone for an open and transparent environment. When team members feel genuine connections with one another, they are more likely to express their thoughts and share ideas and concerns openly. This creates a culture in which feedback can flow freely, fostering inspiration and innovative problem-solving.
Building Trust: Trust is the foundation of any successful team. Human connection nurtures trust by allowing team members to understand each other’s strengths, weaknesses, and motivations. When trust is established, individuals are more willing to share or delegate responsibilities, partner on projects, and navigate challenges together.
Increased Morale and Engagement: Human connection contributes significantly to a positive team culture, leading to higher morale and increased engagement. When team members feel a sense of belonging and connection, they are more motivated to contribute their best efforts to the team’s goals. This encouraging atmosphere not only enhances job satisfaction, but also leads to higher productivity.
Human connection and teamwork go hand-in-hand, and that connection is the glue that binds individuals together, fostering open communication, trust, empathy, and an uplifting team culture.
As organizations continue to recognize the value of collective efforts, investing in activities and strategies that promote human connection is a wise and strategic move. After all, teams that “know” one another on a personal level are not just colleagues — they are a unified force driving towards shared success.
Jeanne D. LoVette, DHA, currently serves as Designated Learning Officer/Midwest Consortium (MidCon). In this role, she leads the development & implementation of executive leadership programs throughout the four-VISN region.
Dr. LoVette has wide-ranging leadership experience, serving as interim executive leadership, and creating & standing up customer service & employee engagement programs during her more than 10 years with the federal government. She proudly served her country in the US Army and, as a servant leader, passionately ‘pays it forward’ by serving as a certified leadership coach and mentor.
Dr. LoVette completed a doctorate in Healthcare Administration from Capella University, has earned certifications in change management, and is Green Belt certified. She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and a Michigan State University alum who loves all things Spartan Nation!
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