Rebuilding Workplace Connection in the Age of AI and Hybrid Work
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The episode discusses the evolution of team building in the context of AI and hybrid work, emphasizing the importance of meaningful experiences for workplace culture.
Rebuilding Workplace Connection in the Age of AI and Hybrid Work Host: Steve Boese and Trish Steed Guest: David Goldstein , Founder of TeamBonding Summary On this episode of At Work in America , Steve Boese is joined by David Goldstein, Founder of TeamBonding and author of Beyond Trust Falls: The Definitive Guide to Building Teams That Click , to explore how team building has evolved beyond traditional activities into meaningful experiences that strengthen workplace culture. David shares how intentional team experiences can create psychological safety, uncover hidden talents, and help employees build stronger relationships across roles, generations, and work environments. They discuss why play, curiosity, and even failure are essential parts of innovation and how shared experiences can improve trust, communication, and collaboration. The conversation also explores the growing need for human connection in an increasingly digital and AI-driven workplace, the impact of charitable team experiences, and why investing in relationships is a critical part of building teams where people can do their best work. Topics include: Moving beyond…
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