Building and Developing Connections
- Jakob Hysek
- 12 hours ago
- 2 min read
Is there someone in your life whom you find difficult? You just cannot work together, but you have to anyway?
All of us know someone like that. Even if it is hard, we can find a way to build and develop a connection.
But what does that even mean?
Brené Brown defines connection as an energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued:
However, this takes courage, the courage to be vulnerable.
The exercise "Building & Developing Connections" guides you through 8 steps to support you in improving your collaboration with people whom you might find difficult.
You might have to look into the mirror and take a closer look at yourself in the process.
Are you ready for it?
Exercise "Building and Developing Connections"
You can either download the following exercise on Building and Developing Connections as a worksheet or use the outline of 8 questions in this blog post to work on this topic:
8 Steps on Building and Developing Connections
Identify a person you find challenging. Choose someone you’re dealing with in a real situation, nothing invented. Choose something that matters.
What is this person doing that makes it challenging for you?
In what ways does this person act differently from you?
What are the ways this person is similar to you? Find at least 3 things.
Examine what you wrote under #2. When have you acted like this person is acting? What prompted you to act like this?
What attitude do you typically bring to interactions with this person?
What is getting in the way of you connecting with this person?
If you were to take one action to improve your connection with this person, what would it be?
We all have people around us whom we might find difficult to work or even be with. This does not mean that it is impossible.
These 8 questions guide you and hold up a mirror. Let yourself be surprised and find out what might happen if you try to build a connection.
About Me
After more than ten years in the international software and start-up world, I know the pressure to perform in modern careers.
As a systemic coach and reserve soldier, I know how important clear communication, accountability, and trust are for teams to function effectively.
That's why I support teams in skilled trades, construction, and industry to improve their collaboration, resolve conflicts, and rekindle motivation—in a pragmatic, human way and with a passion for development.
Are you ready for the next step?
Whether it is a conflict in your team, a lack of motivation, or communication issues. The first step for change is always a conversation. So let's have one:
We will address your questions in a 15-minute conversation and determine whether and how we can work together.
I look forward to getting to know you!
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