Connected Culture
An evidence-based guide for leaders who want their teams—and their culture—to thrive.
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Built on the 5Cs—Connection, Candid Communication, Clarity, Collaboration, and Contribution—this book helps teams and organizations become more cohesive, courageous, and deeply engaged.
What You’ll Learn
THE FIVE DRIVERS OF COHESIVE, HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS AND THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS
- How to build Connection that raises energy and engagement across levels.
- How to practice Candid Communication that surfaces truth and speeds execution.
- How to create Clarity—decision rights, priorities, and roles that remove friction.
- How to enable Collaboration that actually advances shared goals.
- How to reinforce Contribution so people see the impact of their work.
THE BOOK IS PERFECT FOR CEOS AND C-SUITES, BUSINESS UNIT AND FUNCTION LEADERS, AND PEOPLE MANAGERS.
About the
Author
Jamie Shapiro is the Founder & CEO of Connected EC and a trusted coach to Fortune-level executives and senior teams. Her work integrates leadership, well-being, and evidence from the field—translating culture into measurable performance improvements.
PRAISE AND PRESS
"Connected Culture speaks directly to the real challenge leaders face today: not wanting a better culture in theory, but knowing how to build one in practice. Jamie Shapiro cuts through the noise with a grounded, human approach that shows how trust and connection are shaped through everyday leadership choices. This is a thoughtful, steady guide for leaders who want cultures that truly last—not just ones that sound good.”
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There.
"In Connected Culture, Jamie Shapiro blends solid organizational research with clear, actionable steps, showing leaders how to strengthen trust, clarity, and collaboration in their teams."
Dan Heath, New York Times Best Selling Author
“In Connected Culture, Shapiro distills years of leadership wisdom into a clear framework for leaders who understand that culture is the true competitive advantage. This isn’t just theory—it’s a practical roadmap for executives who want to unlock performance by building organizations where people feel both seen and empowered. Insightful and actionable, it’s a must-read for anyone committed to building thriving teams, making it essential for leaders at every level.”
Pablo Vegas, CEO, ERCOT
"Every page of Connected Culture radiates Jamie’s rare combination of clarity, warmth, and wisdom. She brings a deeply human voice to the science of leadership—making complex ideas feel intimate, actionable, and profound. This book doesn’t just inform; it resonates. It’s the kind of guide you return to again and again, not just for what it says, but for how it makes you feel about the work you do and the people you lead.”
Helen Giza, CEO, Fresenius Medical Care
"Connected Culture is a superb, beautifully written contribution. Shapiro blends credible research, practical frameworks, and vivid personal examples into a model that makes complex issues clear and actionable. A truly valuable resource for leaders and teams."
Dr. Kim Cameron, Professor Emeritus at the University of Michigan and a pioneering co-founder of Positive Organizational Scholarship.
"What sets Jamie apart is how she blends rigorous science with a truly human touch. Having worked with her for many years, I’ve seen how deeply her advice is rooted in research-based organizational psychology and neuroscience. She has a rare ability to quickly read team dynamics and open leaders up to growth in a way that feels authentic, practical and personal. In Connected Culture, she distills her approach through the 5Cs framework, turning science and human connection into an essential toolkit for CEOs."
Mostafa Kamal, President & Chief Executive Officer, Prime Therapeutics
"Connected Culture is one of the most valuable evidence-informed practical books ever written on how to build thriving teams
and organizations. Dr. Jamie Shapiro succeeds where many leadership books fall short—she translates high-quality science into a
clear, measurable, and actionable framework that leaders can actually use. The 5Cs Model is elegant, evidence-informed, and deeply human,
capturing the core drivers of sustained performance, well-being, and human and organizational flourishing. This book should be required
reading for executives and all leaders serious about culture change that truly lasts."
Stewart I. Donaldson, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, Claremont Graduate University
"Connected Culture offers a powerful reminder: thriving organizations are built from the inside out. Jamie Shapiro gives leaders the tools to transform connection into performance—with heart, science, and soul."
Talia Fox, CEO of KUSI Global, Inc.
Jamie’s First Book
Brilliant
Jamie’s first book, Brilliant, is for leaders who look successful on the outside but feel depleted on the inside. If you’re unhealthy, unhappy, and exhausted—yet feel handcuffed by your responsibilities, salary, and job title—you don’t have to keep walking the path toward burnout.
What You’ll Learn
HOW TO BE A BETTER LEADER AND LIVE A HEALTHIER LIFE
- How to build a foundation that increases and sustains your energy throughout the day.
- How to grow your emotional intelligence and expand your capacity for happiness.
- How to treat food as fuel that supports focus, performance, and resilience.
- How to break through internal barriers so real, long-term change is possible.
- How to deepen connection at work and create cultures that support well-being, not burnout.