Prioritizing your connections through give and take Life is filled with people, but not all relationships deserve an equal slice of your time and energy. Friends, colleagues, acquaintances, old schoolmates—each has a role, but it’s easy to blur the lines and spread ourselves too thin. We may find ourselves caught up in one-sided relationships, giving […]

How much are you losing at trade shows?  You’re at a trade show, meeting people you’re genuinely excited to connect with. The conversations flow, business cards are exchanged, and you leave with a feeling that you’ve built connections worth exploring.  But fast-forward a few days, and those cards are buried somewhere, collecting dust while their […]

Here’s how to stop You might think that silence is harmless. After all, you’re busy—everyone is. But what if that silence is costing you more than you realize? Professional relationships, built over time and through trust, are quietly eroded when communication falls by the wayside. Research shows that a lack of regular communication can damage […]

Ever feel like your digital notes are being whispered behind your back? We trust our devices with everything—from birthdays to quirky habits—yet there’s always that nagging thought: who else might be peeking? Building relationships is already tricky; worrying about your private notes getting leaked shouldn’t be part of the equation. This is where end-to-end encryption […]

Over the past week, I’ve been reading Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career by Mo Bunnell, and I have to say—it’s quickly become a favorite among our team at Covve. This book completely absorbs you and really challenges the way you think about success. Give to Grow is […]

Why your success depends on relationships So, you’ve got this killer business idea. You’ve done your homework, written a solid business plan, secured funding, and maybe even built a prototype. But somehow, things aren’t taking off as you expected. You’re stuck in neutral, pressing the gas, but the car just isn’t moving forward. Sound familiar? […]

Unfortunately, there’s nothing new to feeling like we’re juggling multiple meetings, exchanging countless business cards, and then weeks later trying to remember who was in finance, who was a coach, and who might be your next big client. Traditional business cards have been the go-to for years, but they’re far from perfect. They get lost, […]

How small interactions define collective experiences We’ve all been there—standing in a room full of people, feeling disconnected despite being surrounded by others. Maybe it’s at a conference, a social event, or even at the movies. The actions people take, the words they speak, and the connections they form can feel so foreign. This is […]

Conflict is often seen as something to avoid—a disruptive force that threatens harmony in our personal and professional lives. However, recent research and expert insights reveal that when managed thoughtfully, conflict can be a powerful catalyst for innovation, stronger relationships, and personal growth. Understanding Why Conflicts Arise To harness the positive aspects of conflict, it’s […]

At the recent Joyful Masterclass for Connection Professionals hosted by Covve and the Connection Crew, a spotlight shined on Sondra Norris, a seasoned culture consultant, coach, and researcher. With over three decades of experience working with industry giants like Electronic Arts, Microsoft, and Estée Lauder, Sondra has dedicated her career to transforming workplace dynamics through […]