Pressure can bring out our best or our worst. Nicole and Stacie explain how emotional intelligence helps leaders stay calm, present, and responsive even when stress runs high. They share everyday stories, brain science, and grounding practices that make self-awareness and regulation doable in any workplace.

What you’ll take away

The five components of emotional intelligence and why self-awareness is foundational

How to spot and interrupt fight, flight, or freeze responses

A one-minute grounding practice that resets your mind and body

Next Step for Managers
Before your next stressful meeting, pause for 90 seconds and name what you’re feeling. More grounding resources at getaltitude.org.

Leadership starts with how you think. Nicole and Stacie show how a growth mindset fuels both personal development and team culture. Through candid stories and a simple framework, they help you shift from “Am I good enough?” to “How can I get better?” so you can coach yourself and others toward lasting growth.

What you’ll take away

A 90-day growth cycle: Discovery → Experiment → Reflect → Repeat

How to replace a fixed mindset with practical self-coaching habits

Research on how growth mindset cultures build trust and resilience

Next Step for Managers
Write one “I notice…” statement about your leadership and turn it into a SMART experiment this week. Download supporting tools at getaltitude.org.

Nicole Unice and Stacie Heyman introduce a new season of Altitude Leadership Lab devoted to practical management skills. In this brief trailer, they explain why leading people often feels harder than it should and how small, intentional steps can make a lasting difference. You’ll hear how the podcast blends real stories with actionable tools so leadership feels less lonely and more effective.

What you’ll take away

The purpose and vision behind Altitude Leadership Lab

How this season equips you with perspective, clarity, and confidence

Why growth and experimentation matter more than perfection

Next Step for Managers
Subscribe and share the trailer with a teammate so you can grow together. Find more tools at getaltitude.org.