How to Navigate Leadership and Burnout in the AI Era with CEO & cofounder of Six Seconds, the preeminent authority on emotional intelligence, author of five books, adjunct instructor for Columbia University and Antioch University Joshua Freedman.

In part two, Dov continues this profound and enlightening discussion with Joshua Freedman, on the paradigm shift required in leadership to focus more on people. Joshua elaborates on his company's research on burnout and emotional intelligence across 160 countries.

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They unpack how burnout is more about emotional depletion than the amount of work, emphasizing the need for #belonging and meaningful achievements.

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Joshua also talks about the concept of noble goals—aspirations that go beyond one's lifetime—and how truly connecting with these internal motivations can enhance leadership and organizational effectiveness. . The episode highlights the critical intersection of emotional intelligence and AI, underscoring the irreplaceable value of humanity in leadership.

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00:00 Introduction 

01:05 Understanding Burnout

03:53 Purpose and Meaning in Life

04:56 Climate Activism and Emotional Sustainability

08:12 The Role of Emotional Intelligence

12:46 AI vs. Human Authenticity

20:51 Leadership in the Age of AI

23:36 Practical Steps for Leaders

27:10 Closing Thoughts and Resources

Website https://www.6seconds.org/ Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/freedman/ https://x.com/eqjosh

Get your copy of the EI-AI Workplace Status Report: https://www.6seconds.org/ai-ei-workplace-status-report-2025/

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