Dan Schawbel - Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation

Technology may have accelerated the pace of change, but it hasnt erased the need for business basics. In Back to Human, Dan Schawbel offers expert advice on overcoming technologys shortcomings and refocusing on the true building blocks for business success: relationships, collaboration, and getting the job done. A must-read for all leaders.

Ron Shaich, founder and chairman of Panera Bread

Back to Human shows how modern technologies have made our work lives unfulfilled. In this provocative and insightful book, Dan Schawbel demands our interactions to be more human and less machine, and he provides a practical guide on how to achieve this. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to become a more effective leader in todays workplace.

W. Chan Kim, the BCG professor of strategy at INSEAD and New York Times bestselling author of Blue Ocean Shift

Communication is leadership. Thats what leadership is: communication. Back to Human brilliantly coaches us in successfully making technology and our devices cause us to be better leaders and communicators rather than worse ones.

Kip Tindell, cofounder, chairman, and former CEO, The Container Store

In his brilliantly researched new book, Back to Human, Dan Schawbel provides the deepest, most insightful analysis of how we can restore humanity and authentic connections to the workplace in this technology age: with leaders who build highly motivated, collaborative teams that create healthy, productive workplaces. It is a must-read for all who care about making work fulfilling.

Bill George, senior fellow, Harvard Business School; former chair and CEO of Medtronic; and author of Discover Your True North

I recommend Back to Human to any leader who wants to create a higher quality of life for their team. Schawbel explains how to build the human connections that are critical to personal and organizational success. Regardless of advancements in technology, the human touch will remain, and this book will help you create stronger relationships that lead to higher performance and happiness.

Michel Landel, CEO of Sodexo

Dan has written a meaningful neo classic. He reinforces the human need for fulfillment and shows that most technology limits this important connection. When applied, his ideas will help people find meaningful connections that increase both personal well-being and work productivity.

Dave Ulrich, coauthor of the New York Times bestseller The Why of Work; Rensis Likert professor, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan

In Back to Human, Dan Schawbel reminds us that our humanity must never take a back seat to new technologydriverless or otherwise. And that progress is found in the connection of humans working together creatively in pursuit of better.

Beth Comstock, former vice chair, GE

Back to Human is a valuable read for any leader desirous of a more collaborative and productive workforce. By following Dans advice, we can enjoy stronger team relationships that lead to stronger business results.

Bert Jacobs, cofounder and chief executive optimist, Life Is Good

In Back to Human, Dan Schawbel challenges us to put down our phones and start investing in deeper relationships. Thats a message we all need to hear.

Dan Heath, coauthor of the New York Times bestsellers The Power of Moments, Made to Stick, Switch, and Decisive

There are books on productivity that ignore practical lessons, and books with checklists that ignore the why. But what if there was a research-based book chock-full of highly relevant exercises that can help anyone become more effective at work? Look no further: Back to Human is loaded with practical insights that wont only help you get better on the job but will also give you pause to think about how to live the life you really want to.

Sydney Finkelstein, Dartmouth professor and bestselling author of Superbosses and Why Smart Executives Fail

Back to Human provides practical back to basics on how to become a better leader. Good insights coupled with good advice. Well done!

David Novak, former chairman and CEO of YUM! Brands

In colonial times, Samuel Adams and his fellow revolutionaries met in taverns and planned the American Revolution over a beer or two. Back to Human leads us to recapture those essential human interactionsconversation, communication, collaboration, and common passion. If you want to brew up your own revolution, this book by Dan Schawbel is an excellent guide. Cheers!

Jim Koch, founder and brewer of Samuel Adams and author of Quench Your Own Thirst: Business Lessons Learned Over a Beer or Two

If leaders want to create stronger connections with their teams, they must read Back to Human. Schawbels message of encouraging more human connection, instead of relying on technology, will become more relevant over time.

Howard Behar, former president of Starbucks

A very timely book on a subject the world needs to pay attention to!

Gary Keller, founder of Keller Williams Realty International, New York Times bestselling author of The ONE Thing

Technology makes a wonderful servant but a terrible master. Unfortunately, over time it has progressed from the former to the latter and in many ways has created both business and personal havoc. Fortunately, one of the sharpest minds in the business world today, Dan Schawbel, has once again stepped up to the plate and shared his immense wisdom with us! Not only has he identified the problem, he has also systematically provided the solutions to help leaders create a culture and environment in which their team members can enjoy and thrive in their work. This is a book that every leaderthat every personshould own, devour, and keep by their desk for handy reference.