Untrapped: Building a Life Beyond Business

Leadership and Emotional Intelligence: Lessons from Bill Benjamin


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Thriving Under Pressure: Bill Benjamin's Journey from Tech VP to Leadership Expert

Join us in this episode as we welcome Bill Benjamin, partner at the Institute for Health and Human Potential and co-author of the New York Times bestseller, 'Performing Under Pressure.' 

Bill shares insights from his 25+ years helping organizations like NASA, the US Marines, and Goldman Sachs transform pressure into a competitive advantage. 

Discover Bill's transition from a mathematics and computer science background to focusing on emotional intelligence and leadership. 

Learn how his neuroscience-based approach has helped companies like Intel and Coca-Cola improve team performance and reduce turnover. 

Bill also discusses the importance of both connection and courage in high-performing cultures and the concept of navigating 'the last 8%' of challenging conversations. 

Tune in for actionable strategies to handle high-stakes moments and drive success both in the workplace and at home.

Connect with Bill:

  • Website: https://ihhp.com/
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-benjamin-12b671/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ihhpglobal/
  • Connect with Rory:

    • Website: https://vybemedia.io 
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therorymiller/ 
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therorymiller/
    • Timestamps:

      • 00:00 Introduction to Bill Benjamin and His Work
      • 01:14 Bill's Personal Journey and Career Shift
      • 02:20 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
      • 04:09 High Performing Cultures: Connection and Courage
      • 05:40 The Last 8%: Tackling Difficult Conversations
      • 07:46 Applying Emotional Intelligence Beyond Work
      • 10:06 Case Study: Blue Cross of Idaho
      • 11:59 Sustaining Business Growth and Relevance
      • 13:11 AI in Healthcare: A Case Study with Mercy Health
      • 16:34 The Human Resistance to Change
      • 16:55 Automating Tasks for Efficiency
      • 17:51 The Last 8% Moments
      • 19:59 Using AI in Different Departments
      • 23:06 Preparing for a New Book Launch
      • 26:55 Challenges and Strategies for 2026
      • 30:05 Connecting and Learning More
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        Untrapped: Building a Life Beyond BusinessBy Rory Miller