We’re more connected than ever. So why do so many leaders—and teams—feel disconnected?

In this episode of People First!, Morag speaks with Rhea Ong-Yiu about the growing gap between doing work and actually connecting at work.

They explore:

• Why transformation doesn’t happen as quickly as leaders expect 
• The difference between “doing” and “being” in leadership 
• Why structure doesn’t restrict people—it can liberate them 
• How AI is amplifying the need for human connection 
• The role of community in creating meaningful work 
• Why showing up matters more than joining another platform 

This isn’t about adding more to your day. It’s about changing how you show up in it.

• (01:55) - From expectations to finding your own path
• (03:39) - The human side of transformation
• (04:38) - Why change doesn’t happen overnight
• (05:53) - Structure vs hierarchy—what actually works
• (06:30) - Creating space for co-elevation
• (09:08) - AI and the rising need for human connection
• (10:22) - “Doing” vs “Being” in leadership
• (14:10) - The shift toward community-led work
• (16:07) - Building meaningful connection in a digital world
• (18:41) - Why disconnection isn’t about location
• (20:15) - Generosity as a leadership practice
• (21:47) - The power of small, intentional actions
• (22:14) - Leadership lessons from Coco