In this video, Glass in the Class: Interpersonal Communication with Guest Larry Fournellier. [21:34 min.], Kent State University communication scholars do an online interview with Fournellier, the owner of Island Cuisine in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Fournellier describes how to use both local in-person communication and Google Hangouts to connect with people and build a business following. Key messages include taking time to engage and network with people who express interest, and to bring passion to your work. He also notes that real-time video enables social cues and effective communication despite people being in different physical spaces. In closing, Fournellier reflects that food satisfies the soul and cooking together creates a sense of belonging between people.
