Feeling Disconnected at Work
Feel isolated at work? You’re not alone. Learn how small moments of connection can make you feel seen, respected, and more connected.
Know
You’re not the only one who feels disconnected at work.
Studies show nearly 1 in 5 employees feel lonely on the job, and more than half say they don’t have a close friend at work.
It’s not just about being remote or working alone. You can feel isolated even when you’re surrounded by people.
When conversations stay surface-level, when no one checks in, when it feels like no one really knows you—it adds up.
You don’t have to fake extroversion or force deep talks to feel more connected. It starts with small, meaningful moments.
Reflect
Take a moment to check in with yourself:
Do you feel emotionally connected to anyone at work?
Ex: “I talk to people, but it rarely feels personal or real.”
What stops you from connecting more?
Ex: “I’m not sure if people want to engage, and I don’t want to seem unprofessional.”
How does that lack of connection show up in your day?
Ex: “I stay quiet in meetings, feel less motivated, and avoid social moments.”
Apply
To feel more connected, start with small, meaningful interactions. You don’t need deep conversations—just moments that feel real.
Here are three ways to build that:
1. Acknowledge someone’s effort.
Example: “I noticed how you handled that. That took a lot of thought.”
2. Ask one genuine question—and stay present.
Example: “How’s your week going so far?” Then really listen to their response.
3. Make eye contact and use someone’s name.
These small behaviors signal respect and recognition.
Example: “Hey Jordan, good to see you.”
These simple moments build trust and belonging—one interaction at a time.
Let Amari help you create more of them.