The Sports PR Huddle

Episode 16: "Developing Emotional Intelligence for Better PR Leadership"


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Episode 16:"Developing Emotional Intelligence for Better PR Leadership"

 

 

Guest:Mark Mohammadpour, APR, Fellow PRSA, Founder of Chasing the Sun Health Coaching

 

In this episode of "The Sports PR Huddle," Mark Mohammadpour discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in sports public relations. The show explores Mark's journey from a PR professional to the founder of “Chasingthe Sun,” a health coaching initiative aimed at improving the wellbeing of PR professionals. The conversation then delves into the unique stressors faced by sports PR pros, the significance of understanding stakeholders and thenecessity of emotional intelligence in crisis management.

Mark introduces the CHASE model for wellbeing and shares practical tips for reducing stress and modeling healthy behavior as a leader. The episode concludes with insights on the impact of tailored communication and resourcesfor further engagement.

Five (5) listener takeaways, should you tune in:

1) Emotional intelligence is crucial for success in PR.

2) Understanding stakeholders helps navigate uniquepressures.

3) Setting boundaries is essential to prevent burnout.

4) Empathy fosters better relationships in high-stressenvironments.

5) Regular wellness check-ins are vital during crises.

Timestamps

00:00   Introduction to Sports PR Huddle

00:31   The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in PR

01:19   Mark's Journey and Chasing the Sun

03:03   The Evolution of PR and Employee Wellbeing

08:30   Understanding Stress in PR and Sports PR

10:32   Unique Pressures in Sports PR

12:34   Navigating Stakeholder Pressures

15:43   The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Crisis Management

19:42   Building Relationships in High-Stakes Environments

21:51   Curiosity and Empathy in PR

25:24   Crisis Management Techniques for PR Leaders

28:17   Wellness in Crisis Planning

32:06   The CHASE Model for Wellbeing

36:34   Meeting Hacks and Stress Reduction Techniques

38:49   Modeling Healthy Behavior as a Leader

41:28   Tailoring Keynotes for Impact

43:01   Connecting with Chasing the Sun

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