In the 4th installment of the series “Wired to Socialize,” hosted by Covve CEO Yiannis Gavrielides and featuring evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar, the focus is on understanding the structure and limitations of human social networks.  Central to this discussion is Dunbar’s number, which posits a limit of about 150 people in an individual’s social circle. […]

Genuine human connections can sometimes feel sparse when instant gratification and access to the world through the internet is constantly within our reach. The Covve workshop, titled “Healthy Habits of Connection,” aimed to mitigate this by sharing innovative ways to foster and maintain connections. Among the illuminating voices at the workshop was Dr. Vaneeta Sandhu, […]

Today’s world is increasingly digitally connected, but human connection seems to be dwindling. This was the premise of the Covve workshop titled “Healthy Habits of Connection,” a gathering that sought to address and bridge this widening gap. Enter Kevin Monroe, the World’s Gratitude Coach at the Grateful App, who shared insights on how gratitude can […]

The modern age has brought us unparalleled conveniences, lightning-fast information, and seemingly boundless connection points, yet many individuals find themselves feeling more isolated than ever. As U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy stated, “Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation has been an underappreciated public health crisis that has harmed individual and societal health.”  But amid […]

  Cultivating and nurturing relationships has become paramount in today’s constantly evolving business landscape. At Covve, we’re dedicated to empowering you to grow your network in meaningful, sustainable ways. Our series, in collaboration with Mo Bunnell, unveils strategies to refine your relationship building skills for business growth and development. In this fourth edition, we delve […]

The podcast “Wired to Socialize,” featuring insights from Professor Robin Dunbar and Covve CEO, Yiannis Gavrielides, delves into the human necessity for connection and its intricate nature. In their third episode, the duo addresses the emerging hybrid work environment. While championed for flexibility and efficiency, it’s evident that such work setups can hinder the essential […]

Personal Contact Relationship Management (CRM) tools have become indispensable assets for professionals across various fields. These platforms streamline contact management, nurture connections, and ultimately foster successful networking objectives.  In an era where meaningful relationships are vital for personal and professional growth, choosing the right personal CRM is paramount. What makes personal CRMs so impactful and […]

Managing relationships has increasingly become a top priority for businesses and individuals across sectors. Excel spreadsheets and minimal systems no longer serve the multi-faceted needs of people to stay engaged with their contacts. That is where personal CRMs come in to make note-taking, scheduling, and contact organization easier and more efficient. However, some find personal […]

Whether a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or looking to make a career change, having a well-organized system to manage contacts can be a game-changer. Finding a system that is specific to fulfilling certain needs is imperative to being able to effectively cultivate relationships. This can work with free personal CRMs, or specially designed and […]

The idea of “blowing up someone’s phone” causing them to be distracted from what they are doing and turning one’s phone into an alarming, seemingly never ending vibrating tablet should strictly happen in case of emergency. We’ve likely all been there, on both sides of those incessant messages and calls, and it is not fun. […]