Connie Noonan Hadley, Founder and Chief Scientist at the Institute for Life at Work, has been exploring team effectiveness since our paths first crossed in Philadelphia thirty years ago.

After roles at General Mills and McKinsey & Company, she dedicated herself to academia to further her research on leadership and the universal desire to love one's job. It turns out that strong social connections and support systems at work significantly enhance job satisfaction and reduce burnout. However, many workplaces lack these crucial components.

Consequently, Connie has focused her efforts to provide organizations with solutions that enhance workplace team cohesion and output. She advocates for intentional steps to reduce loneliness and increase psychological safety.

Connie has authored and co-authored numerous research papers, articles, book chapters and podcasts on these topics. Her contributions include a recent Harvard Business Review cover story titled ‘We’re Still Lonely at Work,’ co-authored with Sarah L. Wright.

Please join me in welcoming Connie Noonan Hadley to the Work 20XX podcast.

The effective adoption of new methods and technologies is crucial in today’s rapidly evolving world. The frequency and impact of external shocks seem to be escalating, with constant challenges since at least March 2020.

Proactive measures to reduce loneliness and increase psychological safety within teams can build resilience, enhance innovation, and strengthen team cohesion. These steps are also effective in reducing burnout and attrition.

Connie and I delve into the research to explore the actions leaders can take to improve performance in these essential areas. Connie is focused on solutions.

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