933: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: 3 Steps To Improve Your Emotional Intelligence

Could you benefit from improving your emotional intelligence? If so, do you know how you can go about this? It seems there are constant references to the benefits of higher emotional intelligence, but actually attaining that is more elusive. In fact, it might even feel daunting if building a stronger connection to your emotions feels vulnerable to you.   As I’ve been speaking recently, I’ve been sharing some simple ways leaders can advance their emotional intelligence while also helping those they lead do the same. This work is important and doesn’t have to be difficult.   Developing your emotional intelligence is the way you can build better bridges to meet other people where they are. If you excel at this, you can supercharge your leadership.   In this conversation, I dive into the significance of emotional intelligence in leadership. I share the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and empathy as key components of emotional intelligence and provide practical strategies for you to enhance your emotional intelligence while fostering a supportive environment for your teams.  At the end of the day, emotional intelligence isn't soft – it's strategic. It's not a weakness; it can absolutely be your greatest strength and secret weapon as a leader. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Intelligence 02:51 The Importance of Self-Awareness 07:01 Emotional Regulation Strategies 12:38 Cultivating Empathy and Social Awareness 18:07 Building Authentic Connections Links Mentioned: Hire me to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with me: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks/ Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at [e-mail]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices