Stop Typing, Start Talking with Ethan Beute

In this engaging episode of The Human Connection podcast, host Karl Pontau sits down with Ethan Beute, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and chief evangelist at Follow Up Boss. They dive into how asynchronous video messaging can bridge the gap between faceless digital communication and genuine human connection in our hybrid work world. Ethan shares practical tips for using video messages to build trust, convey emotion, and explain complex ideas—all while being your authentic self (bad hair days and all!). Plus, discover his brilliant "Thank You Thursday" habit that can transform your team's culture with just a few minutes each week. Whether you're leading a team or looking to strengthen your professional relationships, this conversation offers actionable insights for making your digital communications more human.Karl's internet dropped right at the end of the episode recording, so there's no outro. Sorry!You can connect with Ethan here:https://linktr.ee/ethanbeuteYou can connect with Karl Pontau here:www.thehumanconnectionpodcast.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kpontauPlease like, subscribe, and share this episode with somebody you care about!