Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: Boosting Leadership Through Self-Awareness and Empathy
Join us on Doing Business with a Servant’s Heart as we explore the transformative power of emotional intelligence with our guest, Sally, an expert in the field. Sally sheds light on what emotional intelligence entails, emphasizing the importance of understanding and regulating our own emotions, as well as fostering empathy and building healthy Relationships. Highlighting the foundation of self-awareness, Sally shares insights from her experience and references Daniel Goldman’s influential work, which underscores the significance of emotional intelligence in achieving personal and professional success. Listen in as we uncover practical advice on harnessing emotional intelligence to become better leaders, parents, and individuals.
Continuing our journey, we discuss the crucial role of practicing emotional intelligence for growth. We emphasize how being aware, introspective, and mindful can significantly enhance productivity and performance. Our conversation touches on the brain’s subjective interpretation of experiences and how this creates emotions that drive our responses. Sally highlights the challenges of emotional intelligence, given the brain’s rapid decision-making processes, but also celebrates the potential for growth through practice. By understanding the sequence of perception, interpretation, and emotion, we can improve our interactions and responses. Additionally, we explore James Clear’s philosophy on creating meaningful things in life, a key takeaway for both personal and professional development.
In the final chapter, we focus on creating emotional intelligence through reflection and the importance of reframing questions to foster meaningful relationships and personal growth. We explore how shifting from limited questions like "Why is this not working?" to expansive ones such as "What can be improved?" can open up new possibilities. Celebrating small milestones and appreciating the present moment are highlighted as crucial for emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Sally discusses the importance of maintaining realistic goals, regularly checking in with ourselves, and treating ourselves with compassion. Listen in to learn how these practices form the foundation of effective leadership and emotional intelligence.
(02:03 – 03:01) Understanding Emotional Intelligence
(04:49 – 06:04) Building Emotional Intelligence for Success
(23:43 – 24:41) Progression and Emotional Intelligence
(26:38 – 28:03) Finding Hope
(31:55 – 32:16) Easy Channel Sharing With Family
With over a decade at tech giants like Microsoft and Google, I transitioned to a
full-time career in Emotional & Positive Intelligence Coaching in Feb 2024 after 4 years of side
hustling. Today, I support kind hearts with intense lives and move away from a chronically overwhelming rhythm. I draw on extensive training in Behavioral Science and my degree in Management.
www.hayatti.co
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