Two decades ago, psychologist Christopher Peterson claimed that the emerging field of positive psychology could be summarized in three words: Other people matter. These words could just as well ...

If you’re a seasoned traveler, you likely already choose nonstop flights over connecting flights whenever you can. But sometimes scheduling, geography, or other factors will force you to use the ...

It’s widely recognized that the crises of loneliness, disconnection, and social fragmentation are touching nearly every aspect of our lives, from personal well-being to public health to democracy ...

Recently, the World Health Organization launched a flagship report declaring social connections a global public health priority. This is a monumental step in elevating the importance of social ...

If you search Google for ways to find social connection, you might come across advice like “reach out to existing acquaintances,” “join a club,” or “get involved in your community.” This commonsense ...

Imagine managing an overwhelming amount of data spread across various platforms—from sales reports to inventory tracking—all ...

Discover expert strategies for fostering meaningful connections and building a supportive virtual culture in the era of AI and remote work. The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based ...

Successful branding requires more than a catchy slogan and a recognizable logo. Leading brands are appealing to their audiences’ emotions to form deeper, longer-lasting bonds through design and other ...

When Andrea Levitt, 82, first met Angelo Williams, 16, at a cookies-and-tea event in New York City a few months ago, she was feeling down. She lives alone and has been more isolated in recent years, ...

Connectors always know just who you should talk to. They send the perfect introductory emails: warm, crisp, direct. And they make it look so effortless. “It’s almost like music or something,” says ...

As a consultant and researcher in the leadership space, I have witnessed firsthand both the impacts of strong connection and empathy, as well as the consequences of their absence. I have come to ...