20 Jul EQ vs. IQ: The Real Secret to Success 

Posted at 08:00h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Professional Dvelopment, Uncategorized

When we think about success, whether in our careers, relationships, or personal health, IQ often takes center stage. But what if the real game-changer isn’t your intelligence quotient but your emotional intelligence (EQ)?  Here’s the reality: EQ is 4x a greater predictor of success than IQ...

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13 Jul Emotions Run the Show: The Neuroscience of Better Leadership 

Posted at 08:00h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Teamwork

Think you’re leading with logic? Think again.  Whether you’re mapping out strategy, giving feedback, or navigating conflict, emotion is always in the driver’s seat, not just for you but for everyone on your team.  Here’s what neuroscience tells us: your brain and every other brain in your...

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06 Jul Curious Before Furious: How Smart Leaders Handle Emotion 

Posted at 08:00h in Accountability, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Retention, Leadership, Teamwork

Ever told someone mid-meltdown to “calm down” or “chill out”? Or tried reasoning with someone clearly overwhelmed?  How’d that go? Probably not well.  When emotions run high, logic often leaves the room. That’s because intense emotional reactions are usually masks—covering up unmet needs, hidden fears, or deeper...

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29 Jun Name It to Tame It: The Power of Emotional Awareness  

Posted at 20:00h in Accountability, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Teamwork

In the fast-paced world of leadership, emotions can often feel like obstacles—unpredictable waves that disrupt our focus and decision-making. But what if, instead of resisting these emotions, we acknowledged and understood them?  The concept of "Name It to Tame It" highlights a powerful truth: when we...

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22 Jun Do you want control? Or do you want growth? 

Posted at 08:00h in Communication, Corporate Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Teamwork

It’s a question that every leader must face often again and again. The instinct to hold on tight is understandable. It feels efficient. It feels safe. After all, you know how to do it, and it might seem faster to just handle it yourself. But...

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18 May How Well Do You Know Your Brain?

Posted at 07:00h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Uncategorized

We all marvel at the technology we hold in our hands—our phones, tablets, laptops—each designed to streamline our lives and help us achieve more. But here's a question for you: how well do you know the most powerful technology you already possess? Your brain.  Your brain...

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27 Apr Want to Outsmart Threat? Start with Your Brain. 

Posted at 07:00h in Emotional Intelligence, Leadership

What if the roadblock standing between you and your goals isn’t a lack of time, talent, or effort? What if the real challenge lies within—a hidden response in your brain that’s quietly keeping you stuck?  Our brains are wired to detect and react to threats. It’s...

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06 Apr Are You an Addict? 

Posted at 19:00h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence

Did you know that ‘busyness” is addictive.  It elevates adrenaline, dopamine, and cortisol.  These are all chemicals in your brain that heighten your focus, your energy, and your sense of urgency.   So, there’s a reason why many of us wait until the last minute to do...

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31 Mar Just Do What I Say

Posted at 12:27h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Teamwork

Just do what I say. Taking control, giving orders, and acting as a commander is an essential leadership style … when a crisis is on the line, on the battlefield, in an emergency, etc.    Think about it – when a building is on fire or a...

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23 Mar The Reframing Strategy

Posted at 07:00h in Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Strategic Planning

Have you ever experienced a BETTER outcome BECAUSE OF (not in spite of) conflict? One of my favorite strategies I use to make hard conversations much easier is REFRAMING. Instead of seeing conflict as something to avoid … let’s choose to see it as something to embrace....

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