Connection unlocks potential. What’s yours?
Rob Lawless is a Human Connection Expert. On a journey to meet 10,000 people, he discovered the incredible power of intentional connection to unite, empower and transform us in ways far deeper than we ever imagined.
Connection is often seen as a soft skill, but here’s the very tangible reality. It:
Drives Revenue
Replacing an employee costs 50–200% of their salary. It’s very easy to focus on sales, but every issue, from turnover to disengagement, shows up on the balance sheet, and creating a connected culture keeps people from walking out your door.
Enhances Your Reputation
69% of job seekers say they wouldn’t take a job with a company that has a bad reputation, even if they were unemployed. In a time where every issue makes its way to a Glassdoor review or TikTok video, your internal culture will shape your external identity. Your reputation influences talent acquisition, customer growth, partnerships, media interest and customer loyalty.
Fuels Growth
Psychological safety is the #1 predictor of team innovation and performance. In today’s competitive market, if you’re not innovating, you’re falling behind. Connected teams who are aligned, communicative, and psychologically safe share ideas, solve problems faster and adapt better to change.
Protects Your People (and Your Mission)
Loneliness costs US employers $154 billion per year. Lonely employees are 2x more likely to miss work due to illness and 5x more likely to miss work due to stress. Organizations that meet the human need for connection attract talent, trust, and long-term loyalty. Meanwhile AI, tech, strategies and policies mean nothing if your workforce is burnt out, disengaged and mentally unwell.
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"One of the most impactful presentations I've seen this year.
A clear call for improving communication, but more importantly making the effort to connect more deeply."
Discover the transformative impact of intentional human connection in creating positive, inclusive, and thriving workplaces.
Rob's project concentrates on fostering human connections while highlighting the significance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and a sense of belonging.
By demonstrating the transformative impact of his authentic connections, Rob inspires organizations to create positive, inclusive, and empowering organizational cultures.
Through his keynote, Rob contributes to a broader dialogue about the future of work and how organizations can create environments that support meaningful connections, regardless of whether employees are working remotely or in a physical office.
7,000 friends & counting.
Rob Lawless, a native of Norristown, PA, graduated with the highest honors from Penn State University before starting his career at Deloitte Consulting. Over the past 10 years, Rob has connected with more than 7,000 people from over 90 countries worldwide and has garnered significant media attention for his endeavors.
