How to Elevate Your Success by
Mastering the Art of Connection
One thing unites every leader, sales professional, high performer, and team player I’ve had the privilege of coaching: a burning desire to succeed.
Success looks different for everyone—crushing sales targets, leading a team to victory, becoming the go-to player, or nurturing deeper personal relationships. But here’s what I’ve learned after decades of studying human behavior:
Your IQ isn’t holding you back.
Your technical skills aren’t the problem.
The real barrier? Your ability to connect with others.
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “What you are speaks so loudly, I can’t hear what you say.”
Powerful, right?
Because true connection goes beyond words. The more you master the unspoken elements of communication, the more doors you’ll open—and the faster you’ll reach the success you’re chasing.
So, where do you want to level up?
The Final Key?
Find Common Ground.
Keep it simple. Be interested, not just interesting. And remember—people will forget what you said, but they’ll never forget how you made them feel.
Your ability to connect isn’t just a skill—it’s the ultimate leverage for the success you want.
So here’s my challenge for you today: Look in the mirror.
Ask yourself: “How can I deepen my connections—starting now?”
Because when you master this? The world opens up.
Here’s to your success—and the meaningful connections that will take you there.
Stay connected,
–Steve
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About the Author
Steve Gutzler is the President of Leadership Quest, a premier leadership development company based in Scottsdale. As a dynamic and highly sought-after speaker, Steve has delivered over 2,500 impactful presentations to renowned organizations such as Microsoft, Starbucks, the Seattle Seahawks, Spotify, Boeing, Cisco, Starwood Hotels, Ritz-Carlton, and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
A published author and thought leader on leadership and emotional intelligence, Steve lives near Scottsdale with his wife, Julie. Together, they cherish time spent with their three adult children and six grandchildren.
