In this conversation, Veronica Scarpaulino, founder of Goldfinch Leadership, discusses the intricate balance between creativity and leadership in entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and creative problem-solving as essential skills for effective leadership and career transitions. The dialogue explores the journey from being a doer to a leader, the significance of understanding oneself, and how broad knowledge can enhance creativity. Veronica shares her personal journey and the founding principles of her coaching practice, highlighting the transformative power of creativity in professional development.

Takeaways

• Veronica Scarpaulino is a creativity and innovation coach.
• Entrepreneurs must transition from doers to leaders.
• Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership.
• Creativity is not just art; it's problem-solving.
• Broad knowledge enhances creative thinking.
• Career transitions can happen at any age.
• Self-awareness is foundational for emotional intelligence.
• Creative intelligence can be developed through practice.
• Hiring complementary skills is essential for business success.
• Goldfinch Leadership embodies partnership and growth.

Today's guest, Veronica Scarpellino, can be found online at:

Website: https://www.goldfinchleadership.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicascarpellino

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Veronica-Scarpellino/author/B0DXT4CSKF

Your host, Scott Turman, can be found online at:

BrightRay Publishing: ⁠https://brightray.com/⁠⁠⁠

Entrepreneur Website: ⁠https://scottturman.com/⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottturman/⁠

Keywords

entrepreneurship, leadership, emotional intelligence, creativity, career transition, coaching, innovation, problem-solving, personal development, Goldfinch Leadership