In this episode of Your Next Best Step, I sit down with Thomas Asta, a leadership expert with over 20 years in the medical device industry, to unpack the neuroscience of communication. Together, they explore how empathy, emotional intelligence, and brain chemistry—especially dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin—shape the way we connect, lead, and influence.

Thomas shares powerful stories and frameworks that help leaders move beyond “winging it” in communication to creating environments of trust and growth. From managing stress and imposter syndrome to understanding the “haunted house” of workplace triggers, this conversation bridges science, soul, and leadership in a way that’s both practical and deeply human.

Key Takeaways:

• How emotional intelligence impacts team performance and trust

• The brain chemistry behind effective communication

• The hidden cost of “winging it” in leadership

• Turning conflict into clarity through empathy

• Why every great leader needs a coach

🎧 Tune in, reflect, and take your next best step as a purpose-driven leader.