More young people are starting businesses than ever before. They launch startups while still in school, turn side projects into companies, and rethink industries with fresh ideas. A survey by Junior Achievement and the Brian Hamilton Foundation found that 66% of teens aged 13 to 17 are interested in entrepreneurship. Their ambition is reshaping the […]

Storytelling brings people together. But words alone don’t create connection. Listening does. At December’s “A Joyful Masterclass for Connection Professionals,” hosted by Covve’s Connection Crew, Carrie Klewin Lawrence showed how listening transforms interactions. Carrie Klewin Lawrence (she/her) is a stage director, acting coach, and author of Origin Story. She helps people shape their personal narratives […]

Breaking Bad Habits with the Right Tools Every year begins with good intentions. People promise themselves they’ll stay in touch, follow up more often, and never miss another important date. New Year resolutions extend beyond the initial months of the year, and are definitely not to be dropped by March. You need a plan to […]

You’ve just come back from an event, your pocket stuffed with business cards from brief but promising conversations. You meant to follow up, but life happened. Days later, those cards are scattered across your desk or stowed in a messy drawer, a reminder of connections slowly slipping through the cracks. The clutter piles up, and […]

Starting a conversation can be deceptively difficult. Often, the challenge lies not in speaking but in knowing what to say. It becomes even more daunting when you haven’t spoken to someone in a while or when you’re trying to move past surface-level small talk. Meaningful conversations build relationships, foster trust, and open doors to new […]

In the pursuit of meaningful professional relationships, Rachel Rozen brings a refreshing perspective to networking. As a networking coach and founder of Connection Catalyst, she transforms what many perceive as “icky” networking into “sticky” relationships that last. Drawing from her own journey of connecting with 300 individuals in a year, she empowers individuals and teams […]

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) foster close-knit teams, so it’s easy to assume that they naturally foster strong interpersonal relationships. Smaller teams often share physical spaces and collaborate daily, but proximity doesn’t always translate to meaningful connection.  Deadlines pile up. Roles overlap. Conversations become transactional. Before long, team members know each other’s work habits but […]

December’s “A Joyful Masterclass for Connection Professionals” was a refreshing take on building relationships. Designed to inspire and energize, Covve’s community masterclass brought together three creative leaders, each with a unique perspective on how we connect with others. The event was anything but ordinary.  Through thought-provoking exercises and creative approaches, participants explored connection in ways […]

Think about the last time someone handed you a business card. Did it make you stop and take notice, or did it slip into your wallet, destined to gather dust? That’s the problem with most business cards – they’re forgettable. In a sea of identical rectangles, how do you stand out? The answer isn’t more […]

Think about the last time you attended a networking event or a conference. Chances are, you left with a pocket-or bag-full of business cards. At first glance, each card feels like a small opportunity. A lead. A potential connection. Yet, somehow, many of them end up on your desk, forgotten, or worse, lost in the […]