Filled with humor, humility, and wisdom, The Lost Art of Connecting is the handbook we all need to foster personal and professional relationships that blur the lines between work and play―and enrich our lives in every way.--Next Big Idea Book Club One of the most important lessons we can learn in this technology-driven world.--Soledad O'Brien, broadcast journalist and producer Susan McPherson's depth, candor, and care position The Lost Art of Connecting as much more than a career guide; the book is a roadmap to unlocking a more meaningful life and enduring relationships. It is a must-read for all professionals. --Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO, Girls Who Code, and bestselling author of Brave, Not Perfect.Susan McPherson is a super connector: she builds unusually deep relationships with an unusually wide range of people at an unusually rapid pace. In this book, she explains how what looks like a natural talent is actually a learned skill and shares practical advice on how to build it. In a time when our social skills are getting rusty, her book might be the polish that every introvert, shy extrovert, and reluctant networker needs. --Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Give and Take, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife We no longer live in a world where transactional networking has to be the norm. Susan McPherson, a lifelong serial connector, now shares her secrets for building meaningful business relationships that stand the test of time in her delightful and heartfelt new book, The Lost Art of Connecting. It will be a trusted guide for years to come. --Randi Zuckerberg, New York Times bestselling author of Dot Complicated and Pick Three Not simply a tactical guide to connection, but a heartfelt manifesto about why it matters.--Seth Godin, Author This is MarketingSusan's insights on the power of listening, building trust, and connecting to your higher purpose aren't just necessary for deepening your network. They're keys to building an enduring business and creating massive social impact. Every aspiring entrepreneur should read this book.--Tiffany Dufu, founder and CEO, The Cru, and author of Drop the Ball Susan McPherson's new book offers more than a guide about inspirational networking, it brings back the value and the power of human contact. --Financial Times