The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligence

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In Episode 36, Ismail and Sameer take on a question many managers are asking themselves these days… “Are the younger members of our workforce more susceptible to getting their feelings hurt than generations past?”  The answer is likely yes.  This episode will take a deep dive into why this may be the case.  And how developing our non-verbal communication and EQ skills will be the ticket to improving how messages can be better delivered and received by the Gen Z workforce. 

Topics 

• Setting the stage by asking the question are our younger workers offended more easily?
• Factors contributing to generational sensitivities 
• The impact of social media and digital communication 
• Seeking mentorship for perspective and guidance
• Improving communication to facilitate greater understanding
• Acknowledging the complexity and inviting feedback

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• Performance science is the collection of ideas and research that help individuals achieve their goals.
• Brutal focus is the practice of translating dreams into actionable goals and identifying the most important tasks to drive progress.
• Cultivating power involves developing the ability to start and sustain efforts towards a goal, as well as continuously improving and iterating on one's approach.
• Parents play a significant role in shaping a person's career path and can provide support and guidance in pursuing unconventional paths. Consistent effort and starting early are key to success.
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of failure is crucial for taking action.
• Reflecting on past challenges can provide valuable insights.
• Brutal focus involves prioritizing the most important tasks.

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In Ep. 34 The EQ Gents had the absolute privilege to sit down with James Lawrence, Co-Founder and CEO of Happy, a company whose mission is to help business leaders accelerate company performance at scale.  Through Happy’s AI-based technology platform, companies have found a solution that supercharges communication, collaboration, and productivity. 

Join us as James dives into a myriad of very relevant and important topics with the Gents, starting with his own personal journey as a rising founder and ceo, and how he recommends companies solve the challenges they face when it comes their people day in and day out.  

More specifically, the episode hits on the below key topics: 

1)     Early Mistakes in Leadership

2)   The Shift from Command and Control Leadership

3)   Controlling Emotional Response as a Leader

4)   Creating Space for Emotional Reset

5)   Candor and Responsiveness in Leadership

6)   Challenges Company’s Face in Developing Company Culture

7)   Creating a Culture of Openness and Psychological Safety

8)   The Business Case for Investing in Your People

9)   Assessing Your Team’s Level of Engagement

10) Scaling Emotional Intelligence

Find James Lawrence: 

• Happy Companies Website: https://happycompanies.com/
• James Lawrence Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesflawrence/

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In this episode, Sameer and Ismail deep dive into a universal issue that folks at all levels of an organization deal with on a daily basis.  That is dealing with difficult coworkers, whether its your boss, peer or subordinate, a difficult coworker can cause leaders a tremendous amount of stress as they navigate their day to day work life.  

Ismail and Sameer will share personal anecdotes and most common reasons why difficult employees often end up winning in the battle between whats right for the individual and whats right for the larger organization.  

Episode 33 is packed with useful tips and tricks on overcoming the challenges of dealing with difficult coworkers through empathy, understanding, and flexing your emotional intelligence to deescalate your next difficult encounter.    

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In this episode, Sameer and Ismail had a fantastic conversation with Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick!  Grant definitely lived up to his name by bringing an infectious energy and a ton of useful insights to share with our audience.  ‘Upbeat’, as he commonly goes by, is an author, leadership & team expert, professional musician, keynote speaker, and Managing Director of YES (Your Empowering Solutions), a boutique HR consultancy.  

Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick has been a resident of Singapore and Asia for over 25 years and has consulted and spoke at 100+ Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 clients spanning 45 countries and 6 continents. 

The episode centers on the topic of Auto-Pilot thinking traps many leaders face, but hits on a number of relevant adjacent topics, including: 

• Blending Music and Leadership
• Understanding Auto-Pilot Thinking
• Overcoming Auto-Pilot Thinking
• Common Traps in Auto-Pilot Thinking
• Balancing Auto-Pilot Thinking and Conscious Decision Making 
• Using Six Thinking Hats to Mitigate Negative Thinking
• The Role of Age and Diversity Across Cultures in Auto-Pilot Thinking
• Using Drumming to Sharpen the Mind

Find Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick: 

• Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick Website: https://grantbosnick.com/about/
• Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grant-upbeat-bosnick/
• Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantbosnick/
• Link to Book Authored by Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tailored-Approaches-Self-Leadership-Psychology-Neuroscience-ebook/dp/B0B8379FF6/

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Sameer and Ismail were very lucky to have Ani Naqvi on our podcast this week! Ani, has had 4 near-brushes with death including a cancer diagnosis, and surviving one of the deadliest natural disasters in human history, the Asian Tsunami of 2004.  Ani has leveraged these experiences to find her true purpose in life, and is now determined to help others become their best self and live their best life. 

After 15 years of C-suite leadership, Ani prides herself in creating exceptional results for the many executives she coaches.  Ani is adept at maximizing their potential and leading themselves and their teams to success, balancing fulfilment, freedom, joy, and purpose.

Our discussion centered on the topic of how our own self-saboteurs afflict our lives and strategies to overcome these self-saboteurs to escape our surviving brain and start reaping the benefits of our thriving brain. 

Main Topics:

• Ani shares her harrowing story of survival during the 2004 Asian Tsunami and how it landed her on the Opera Winfrey show.
• The Surviving vs. The Thriving Brain
• Self-Saboteurs explained and identified 
• Leveraging self-awareness to overcome your self-saboteurs 
• Practical mental fitness reps we can all easily implement into our daily lives

Find Ani Naqvi: 

• Ultimate Results Group: https://ultimateresultsgroup.com/
• Ani Naqvi Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ani-naqvi/
• Ani Naqvi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ani.naqvi/?hl=en

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In this conversation, Sameer and Ismail discuss the significant role emotional intelligence plays in a leader’s ability to make good decisions. 

Ultimately, decision-making is an art that requires the proper mix of data, rationality, and a little bit of good old-fashioned gut-instinct.  In this episode, the EQ Gents will dive into how enhancing your EQ will transform you into boss decision-maker. 

Main Topics:

• The Cognitive brain explained
• The Emotional brain explained
• Keys to finding the emotional balance in making decisions 
• Leveraging self-awareness techniques to master decision-making
• Leaning on self-compassion and self-management
• Finding answers by listening to others 

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In this conversation, Sameer and Ismail speak with Kachelle Kelly, an expert in emotional intelligence (EQ) and leadership. They discuss the importance of EQ and its adoption in various communities, particularly the black community. Kachelle introduces the concept of a fifth element in EQ specifically for the black community. They explore the impact of trauma on emotional intelligence and the challenges faced by black individuals in the workplace. The conversation highlights the need for understanding and support for the black community and the role of EQ in bridging cultural differences.

Takeaways

• Emotional intelligence (EQ) is crucial for personal and professional success.
• The adoption of EQ is still in progress, and there is a need for more awareness and training. 
• The black community faces unique challenges that can be addressed through a fifth element in EQ.
• Trauma and cultural differences can impact emotional intelligence, and understanding and support are essential.

Chapters

02:22: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
07:17: The Adoption of Emotional Intelligence
11:46: The Fifth Element of Emotional Intelligence
18:19: The Benefit of Emotional Intelligence for the Black Community
23:38: Defensiveness and Vulnerability
28:11: The Impact of Trauma on Emotional Intelligence
29:49: Understanding and Supporting the Black Community in the Workplace
32:28: The Intersection of EQ and Cultural Differences

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This conversation explores the difference between idealism and optimism and how they interplay in leadership. Idealism is defined as a belief in perfect possibilities and striving for utopia, while optimism is defined as expecting the best even in challenging times. The conversation emphasizes the importance of balancing idealism and optimism to be an effective leader. It discusses how idealism can motivate teams by providing a grand vision, while optimism can motivate teams by instilling positive energy. The impact of idealism and optimism on decision-making is also explored, highlighting the need for a realistic approach. The role of emotional intelligence in bridging the gap between idealism and optimism is discussed, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and empathy. The conversation concludes with a call to action for leaders to reflect on their own approach and understand the perspectives of others.

Takeaways

• Balancing idealism and optimism is crucial for effective leadership.
• Idealism can motivate teams by providing a grand vision, while optimism can motivate teams by instilling positive energy.
• A realistic approach is necessary for decision-making, considering both the grand vision and immediate progress.
• Emotional intelligence, including self-awareness and empathy, is essential for bridging the gap between idealism and optimism.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction and Background
01:11: Defining Idealism and Optimism
02:44: The Importance of Balancing Idealism and Optimism
04:16: Motivating Teams with Idealism
05:03: Motivating Teams with Optimism
06:26: The Impact of Idealism and Optimism on Decision-Making
08:18: The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Balancing Idealism and Optimism
17:37: The Importance of Empathy in Leadership
21:25: Using Emotional Intelligence to Bridge the Gap
23:43: Call to Action: Self-Reflection and Understanding Othe

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In EP 27 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast the EQ Gents had the pleasure of sitting down with Adrian Koehler, leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground.  Adrian coaches execs and entrepreneurs in the art of science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment in their work.   

Adrian’s constant pursuit of people and experiences that push him closer to the edge is the way he has always lived his life.  His diverse career history and the anecdotes he shares in this episode are evidence of his unique approach to coaching.  

During this episode we hit on a bunch of really interesting topics like: 

-       The Role of Crisis in Personal Growth
-       Outward Mindset and Leadership
-       The Influence of Past Experience
-       The Fear of Vulnerability
-       The Journey to Authenticity

More about Adrian Koehler:

He is the Founder and Senior Partner at Take New Ground, a leadership coaching, training, and consulting firm based in Los Angeles. TNG partners with select executives and organizations to get the results they want by creating the culture they need. He is the co-host of two engaging podcasts: Raising The Bar with Drybar Founder Alli Webb and The Naked Leadership Podcast with TNG Sr Partner Dan Tocchini.

Drawing on his background in philanthropy, ministry, activism, and medicine, Adrian thrives in extreme environments and finds comfort in difficult conversations—in fact, his passion for human performance has taken him around the globe, serving people in times of crisis, transformation, and stalemates. Over the last decade, Adrian has trained and developed leaders at NIKE, Virgin Hyperloop One, Jeni’s Ice Cream, Herschel Supply Co., Oprah Winfrey Network, Gavin DeBecker & Associates, Siegel & Gale, UCLA, and elsewhere.

Prior to his work as an executive coach, Adrian was the founding executive director of The Cornerstone Project, a grant-giving foundation that supports positive life transformation and spiritual reconciliation for the incarcerated and those with criminal histories. Before moving to Los Angeles in 2005, Adrian worked as a pediatric intensive care specialist at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago. He has also served as a pastor and community organizer at Mosaic LA and founded serveLA, Mosaic’s community dedicated to holistic development for the marginalized and vulnerable in Los Angeles.

 He received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing while playing football at Millikin University. Adrian resides in the heart of Hollywood, Los Angeles with his wife and four children.

Connect with Adrian Koehler on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrian.k/?hl=enb 
Connect with Adrian Koehler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriankoehler/
Link to learn more about Take New Ground: http://takenewground.com/
Link to ‘The Naked Leadership’ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-leadership-podcast/id1495058489

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