Welcome to The Present Professional. Where we dive deep into the intersection of personal and professional development. Helping you navigate the complexities of work and life with every episode. Today, we’re delving into a topic that’s near and dear to our hearts: creating authentic connections at work.
Synopsis
In this episode of The Present Professional, John and Tony delve into the intricacies of creating authentic connections at work. They explore the spectrum of approaches people take, from keeping work strictly professional to forming deep, lifelong friendships with colleagues. Tony emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in fostering authentic connections, while also stressing the need for boundaries and clarity about one’s intentions. John shares his experiences of finding a healthy balance between work relationships and personal connections, highlighting the significance of maintaining both. Together, they discuss the challenges posed by remote work and offer insights on how to navigate virtual interactions while still nurturing meaningful relationships. They underscore the value of curiosity, genuine communication, and self-awareness in building authentic connections, both professionally and personally.
Hosts Bio
John Marshall
The Founder of Humessence, International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach (ICF-PCC), National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), co-host of The Present Professional Podcast, and experienced Yoga and meditation teacher with a highly developed business acumen. John’s ex-corporate career of nearly a decade with ExxonMobil and brief experiences with three other Fortune 100 companies enable him to combine transformational coaching practice with his global enterprise background. He has 5+ years of experience teaching Yoga and meditation and continues to teach weekly, fueling his passion for and commitment to nurturing the mind-body connection.
Tony Holmes
Tony Holmes is a leadership development and diversity professional from Houston, TX. He has managed change and scaled impact across multiple sectors as a consultant, coach, and leader. At the United Way of Greater
Houston, he designs talent programming and leads the organization’s strategy to center equity across all operations and programs. Tony is an Intellectual Contributor and Guest Facilitator for Humessence in the space of Diversity and Inclusion, and a co-host of the Present Professional Podcast.
Summary
In this engaging episode of The Present Professional. John and Tony explore the dynamics of creating genuine connections in the workplace. They discuss the spectrum of approaches people take, from strictly professional interactions to forming deep friendships with colleagues. Tony emphasizes the role of vulnerability and trust in fostering authentic connections. John shares insights on finding a healthy balance between work relationships and personal connections. Together, they offer practical advice on navigating virtual interactions and highlight the importance of curiosity, genuine communication, and self-awareness in building meaningful relationships. They underscore the value of establishing connections, both with others and with oneself, ultimately encouraging listeners to prioritize authentic connections in both their professional and personal lives.
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