Have you ever had a bad manager? The Best Managers Lead By: Connecting Engaging Motivating Showing flexibility Being optimistic and having a hopeful vision Showing self-actualization (they are confident and invite others to make things happen) Trusting – it’s all about the trust The Worst Managers Lead By: Not doing the things in the above […]
How Balanced is Your Bike?
IQ versus EQ How balanced is your bike? IQ is the back wheel that powers and pushes us forward. EQ is the front wheel that steers and assesses situations. We need both wheels in order to move forward. Imagine yours are perfectly in balance. How much more effective you and your team could you be? I’d love […]
Well-Being Indicators
The overall result of well-developed emotional intelligence is healthy emotional and social functioning, which is linked to your well-being (and happiness). Happiness being defined as “satisfied with life; content”. It’s a barometer of emotional health and well-being. Is that really possible? Is it accurate? How does that benefit me and my clients to know that […]
The Vulnerable Leader
Most of us, and especially millennials, are seeking to work for leaders whom we can relate to; leaders who inspire us and we can see ourselves in. Now, being relatable is just as important as being knowledgeable. And in order to relate you have to share pieces of yourself, maybe more than you have in […]
DISC Expansion: Interacting With Other Styles
Being aware of your communication style and the styles of others is a first step towards raising your emotional intelligence. By recognizing how your DISC style may influence the actions of others, you’re able to predict and moderate conflict before it happens–leading to less stress and more productivity for your people. Consider asking yourself these […]
3 Signs You’re Ready for Leadership Expansion
Leadership Expansion combines the best of science and personal development to hone the skills necessary to lead teams effectively and create talent-rich, high-performance cultures. Not sure if you need or if you’re ready for Leadership Expansion? Ask yourself these questions. Is the percentage of millennials rising in your company? Communication is key when it comes […]
Understanding Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
To attract, retain and develop top talent, you must keep your people invested in you as a leader. Your people are significantly more likely to work hard for a person, rather than a company. People want to feel respected; a person can offer that, a company can’t. Leaders can no longer assume respect based on […]
My EQ – Miss Independent
I recently attended an Emotional Intelligence (EQi – MHS) training in Atlanta. While there, I received my own EQi assessment report. My highest score was Independence, which refers to standing on your own two feet and not being dependent on someone else. It wasn’t a surprise for me. I’ve always prided myself on how independent […]