The holidays are in our rearview mirror, but many employees likely took advantage of the season to evaluate their employment situation during this time. I came across this eBook that explains why connections matter more than ever in business. Employees don’t just seek a paycheck, but also seek personal growth, career development, and recognition from their peers. If they can’t find those things in their current role, they will look elsewhere. Creating and nurturing strong relationships is a fundamental part of making employees feel valued, engaged, and passionate in the workplace.
 
Relationships are important. They affect how long employees stay at an organization and how much effort they devote to their work. They can even determine whether a candidate joins an organization in the first place.
 
HR leaders should focus on creating meaningful connections and relationships both within and outside their organization. This will allow them to find better candidates, strengthen collaboration, and encourage communication and trust across the organization. To survive and thrive in a highly competitive talent market, forging relationships is a key differentiator.
 
If you want more tips on how to become a great connector and build more personal, sustained relationships I’d recommend you read Oracle’s eBook, the Chemistry of High Performance.