Every company says emotional intelligence matters.
But if EI works… why are so many top performers still stuck?
Why do smart people hesitate? Why do leaders plateau? Why do teams still fall apart?
This episode starts with how Nada trains EI (emotional intellgience) inside Fortune 500 companies. Then we expose the real truth your career actually runs on.
EI helps you talk better.
Self-confidence helps you live better.
And only one of them gets you out of purgatory.
Inside the conversation, you’ll see why 83% of professionals struggle with confidence, why comfort kills growth, and how to build the courage to make real moves before life forces your hand.
This is one of the most honest talks we’ve ever had on the show.
Inside the Episode
• Why emotional intelligence stopped being enough... and how EI without self-confidence becomes performance, not leadership.
• Micro-confidence vs self-confidence. Why skill isn’t enough. How to stop overthinking and start moving again.
• The math of comfort-zone purgatory. Why staying “fine” drains momentum. How to feel alive again and take real action.
• Pain as a cage vs fuel. How to turn loss into lift. So you rise instead of freeze.
• Alignment, integrity, and saying no. Why you can’t influence anyone when you’re unclear on what you stand for.
Confidence is the switch. You forgot where it is.
This Episode Is For Founders & Execs Who…
• Feel capable but still hesitate.
• Are living the same week on repeat (and feel the cost).
• Want clarity, courage, and conviction without waiting for a crisis.
• Want leadership that’s felt, not performed.
Guest Links
Website: https://www.nadalena.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadalena/
Host Links
Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/
Book a Pattern-Break Session (link on LinkedIn page) to experience it firsthand (limited spots)
About the Podcast
Built for high-performers who don’t need help.
Just leverage.
This is the show that breaks what quietly kills performance at scale.
Especially the mental patterns slowing down even the smartest founders.
If you never want to get dragged down by pressure, burnout, or hesitation… welcome home.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr. Yishai Barkhordari.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Results are not guaranteed and will vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
© 2025 Yishai Barkhordari, Psychologist, PLLC. All rights reserved.
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