The benefits of connecting people with each other extend far beyond friendship, thanks to new ideas, potential jobs and opportunities. Making a valuable introduction to someone can change the trajectory of their career, and the more people connect with others, the less lonely they feel.
Loneliness is often portrayed as negative and associated with a lack of social interaction, but according to researcher John Caccioppo, lonely people actually spend the same amount of time with others as those who are not lonely. Loneliness stems more from feeling disconnected or unimportant to those around us, rather than being physically alone.
Networking and connecting people with each other can add value to others in multiple ways, creating new ideas, opportunities, and potential career growth. Some people are super connectors who have the ability to introduce a disproportionate number of individuals to each other.
The hosts discuss Keith Ferazzi's book Never Eat Alone and the value of making connections. They also explore how to differentiate between chemical attraction and true love in a partnership.