In this insightful episode, we reconnect with Michelle McCullough, a leadership development expert, to discuss the evolution of her career from Startup Princess to her current work in emotional intelligence and leadership training. Michelle shares her journey, the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace, and how it impacts productivity, employee engagement, and overall company culture.

00:00 - Introduction and catching up with Michelle McCullough
00:36 - The story behind Startup Princess
01:19 - Michelle's current work in leadership development
02:02 - The crisis in emotional intelligence post-COVID-19
03:19 - How to improve emotional intelligence
04:19 - The importance of positivity and joy
04:48 - The role of AI in emotional intelligence
05:23 - Leadership and emotional intelligence
06:29 - Common challenges faced by companies and leaders
07:57 - The impact of remote and hybrid work on productivity and culture
10:50 - The need for human connection beyond Zoom
12:13 - The importance of understanding and supporting employees
14:43 - The future of work and the end of "button pusher" jobs
16:00 - The value of communication and humanities degrees
18:51 - Leadership fatigue and the need for resilience
20:04 - The evolving role of business leaders in society
23:31 - Building trust in organizations
27:59 - The role of social media in emotional well-being
31:28 - The importance of owning your audience
33:23 - Key findings from Michelle's research on emotional intelligence

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