# Why It’s So Hard to Make Connections as an Adult at Work

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Published: 2026-05-08T03:00:00+00:00
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Making connections as an adult feels harder than ever, especially at work. But the problem usually isn’t networking. It’s discomfort. It’s phones. It’s staying in our comfort zones. In this episode, Desiree sits down with Nichelle Lund to talk about communication in the workplace, workplace loneliness, and why relationship-building is one of the most overlooked leadership skills for managers and professionals today. They discuss awkward networking events, making people feel ...

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