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Human Connection, Trust, and Relationship Insights

Thoughts and Insights from Barb Betts on human connection, leadership, trust, and relationships that support personal and professional growth.

Communication vs connection in business: two professionals having a meaningful face-to-face conversation

Communication vs Connection: Just Because You’re Communicating Doesn’t Mean You’re Connecting

October 30, 2026

Smartphone with message bubbles representing The 5x5 Method™ and intentional relationship building

The 5×5 Method™ A Daily System for Building Relationships That Pay Off

October 21, 2026

Barb Betts demonstrating Relational Intelligence and human connection on stage during a keynote

Relational Intelligence (RQ): The Skill That Picks Up Where EQ Leaves Off

October 6, 2026

Barb Betts reflects on Sherry Turkle discussion of AI, artificial intimacy, and human connection in a conversation published by Scientific American.

AI and Human Connection: Are We Losing Our Relationship Muscle?

September 25, 2026

Illustration of diverse people in a crowd representing the loneliness epidemic and the need for meaningful human connection.

Loneliness Epidemic: The Silent Health Crisis We Face

September 17, 2026

how to reconnect with someone after losing touch

How to Reconnect With Someone After Losing Touch

September 8, 2026