223. How to stay connected in a digital world

In a world obsessed with speed, automation, and digital connection, what truly sets people apart? According to Fred Steck, it’s something timeless: genuine human connection.

Fred Steck, former Goldman Sachs leader and author of Connectability: Mastering Relationship Building in Business, Sales, and Beyond, shares his insights on how empathy, curiosity, and consistent follow-up create lasting impact in business, sales, and philanthropy.

In this conversation, Fred and I dive into the art and impact of authentic connection—how empathy and genuine interest can create trust and opportunity and even be a career and business multiplier. Learn how to break through the noise and reach decision makers with handwritten notes, personal follow-ups, and real curiosity to strengthen relationships, open economic opportunities, and help you stand out in a digital-first world.

This episode will inspire you to rethink how you build and nurture relationships—online and offline. You’ll walk away with practical ways to strengthen trust, improve follow-up, and lead with empathy in your work and life.

Listen in to learn how to make connection your most powerful business advantage—and discover simple, timeless ways to stand out in a digital world.

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Book recommendations:

• Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business, by Danny Meyer

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