Building Healthy Organizations by EQFIT®: Recent Episodes

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As someone who plays a key role in your organization, you want a healthy and productive environment. What does healthy look like? What role does emotional intelligence play? What do I look for in optimal employees? How do I plan for my organization's future? How can we expand our virtual workplace? More topics and new episodes each week! Whether you're for-profit or not-for-profit, we have solutions to help you succeed. Join us as we journey through real-life stories that challenge organizations while we explore insights and practices to help any organization achieve robust organizational health, vitality, and agility.

Robert ran a twenty-four-person commercial print and promotional products company outside Nashville. Two producers held up his revenue report. Ashley — his top producer for five years, the one he was quietly grooming to run sales someday. Kevin — steady, second-highest, less presence, smaller book. Robert offered them both the same investment in their next level. Kevin asked for a coach, read the books, showed up with notes. Ashley thanked him and, twelve weeks later, said, "I appreciate it. Honestly, though, I think I am doing what works for me. I don't want to overthink it." Ashley's numbers had been flat for two years. Kevin's had quietly climbed from twenty-two percent of the firm to thirty-one. In this episode — the finale of our eight-week walk through the soil layer of your business ecosystem — we name the trait almost every owner is watching without a word for it. Talent sets your starting position. Coachability sets your slope. We walk through the four marks of a truly coachable person, what forty years of assessment work has taught me about who compounds and who plateaus, and the single audit that will change how you invest your time for the next quarter.

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Alison ran a thirty-five-person managed IT services firm outside Denver. Twelve years in, credentialed techs, an enviable client roster — and three of her best people gone in eighteen months. She blamed the market, the compensation arms race, the national competitor that had moved into town. Every one of those things was true. Every one of those things was also, she would eventually discover, the story she was telling herself instead of the one her ecosystem was actually telling her. Then her longest-tenured team lead sat across from HR and delivered one sentence Alison could not stop thinking about for three weeks. In this episode we take resignations out of the "market forces" bin and put them back where they belong — as reports from inside your ecosystem. We walk through what MIT, McKinsey, and Gallup have actually found about why people leave (hint: it is almost never the money), the four signals your best people send for months before they hand in notice, and the single fifteen-minute conversation that will save you more than any retention bonus you have ever paid.

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Michael ran a twenty-two-person structural engineering firm in Kansas City, and his weekly project reviews had become the quietest meetings in the building. Then, on a Thursday afternoon, he overheard two of his best young engineers at the coffee machine. "We should have flagged the load path issue on the Weston project. I saw it in the meeting. I just didn't want to be the one to say it." In this episode we take psychological safety out of the corporate poster and put it back where it belongs — in the small moments where your team is silently deciding whether to speak up. We walk through the four voices your people are quietly measuring you against (question, concern, idea, and mistake), what Google's Project Aristotle and Amy Edmondson's hospital research actually found, and the single sixty-second signal an owner can send that will do more for the room than any training program.

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Erin ran a fourteen-person veterinary practice on the south side of Nashville. She had built it on one promise: when your animal needs us, we are here. Twenty-six hundred clients and glowing reviews later, the same promise was destroying her. Texts at nine on Saturday night. Emails during her daughter's soccer games. Two vet techs already gone to burnout. And her husband, on a Sunday afternoon, gently saying in the kitchen, "Honey, I miss you." In this episode we do the reframe most owners have never heard — boundaries are not walls, they are the shape of a healthy relationship — and we walk through the three every business runs on (time, scope, behavior), why the absence of a boundary is itself a signal, and the one short sentence Erin sent to her team and her top clients that changed everything without losing a single relationship.

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Daniel ran a twenty-six-person landscape design and installation company outside Charlotte. His calendar was a wall of meetings — standups, syncs, all-hands, one-on-ones. He had hired the operations consultant. He had implemented the cadence. And his foreman still walked up to him on a Thursday and said, "Daniel, we are in more meetings than ever and I am not sure I know what we are doing this week." In this episode we separate communication from alignment — because you can have an enormous amount of the first and almost none of the second. We walk through the four rhythms every healthy team runs on (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly), what happens when they collapse into each other, and the single ten-word test that will free more bandwidth than any productivity tool you have ever bought.

Mira ran a forty-eight-person insurance brokerage where nothing was wrong on paper — revenue on plan, quarterly numbers holding, people polite. But her senior producer had stopped pushing back in meetings, and decisions that used to take twenty minutes were now taking three rounds of email. She finally said the sentence that brought her to me: "I think we are still a good company. But I don't think we are a trusting one anymore. And I don't know when that changed." In this episode we take trust apart — not as a soft skill, but as the actual soil your business grows in. We look at the four ingredients (reliability, honesty, competence, care), why trust leaks quietly rather than collapsing, and the one audit that will show you exactly where to make your next deposit.

Tom hired the best resume he'd ever seen — and watched his company start to unravel in 110 days. In this episode we unpack why credentials alone backfire, why owner desperation is the most expensive filter in hiring, and the three hidden variables every hire carries in: fit, growth potential, and emotional intelligence. Plus four practical tools — the Real Job Description, the Three Questions Behind the Resume, the Two-Reference Test, and the 90-Day Trust Audit — to protect the ecosystem you've spent years building. Based on the EQFIT® blog article by Steve Goodner. More at eqfit.org.

Culture Isn't a Poster on the Wall — It's What Happens When You're Not Looking

Karen wrote her agency's values herself — Courage, Generosity, Candor, Care — alone on a Saturday morning with a legal pad. She believed every word. So why did her newest hire quit after 91 days with a message that said, "Everyone is afraid of you. They smile in your meetings and then go to the parking lot to actually talk"?

In this episode, Steve Goodner unpacks the difference between your "wall culture" — the values you painted on the conference room — and your "hallway culture," the one your people actually live in when you're not in the room. You'll learn why culture is a climate (not a statement), why the owner is always the thermostat whether they mean to be or not, and what MIT's research on a million employee reviews reveals about why people really leave. Plus four practices to start closing the gap this week — beginning with the single question that will tell you more than any engagement survey ever could.

Week 9 of 40 in The Thriving Business Ecosystem: More Success with Less Stress.

Your inner work is wealth. Social skills are the only way to spend that wealth in the world. In this episode, Steve unpacks the currency that scales everything else — Connection, Trust, Influence — through the story of Jeff, a high-drive manufacturer whose toxic shop crossed back into profit one Tuesday morning at a time. More at eqfit.org.

David ran a fair, well-paid HVAC shop — and his best technician quit anyway. In this episode, Steve unpacks the moment David flew past the words "I just don't feel like you see me," the four places the empathy gap quietly costs entrepreneurs, and why reading the room is your most undervalued competitive advantage. More at eqfit.org.

Renee built a thriving agency and quietly ran out of fuel. In this episode, Steve sits with the question almost no entrepreneur asks out loud: what, exactly, is driving you? You'll learn the two tanks every owner runs on, the three engines hiding under the word "driven," and why hustle culture's answer is the wrong fix. More at eqfit.org.

In this episode you'll learn: Why self-regulation is not* the same as suppression — and how suppressed emotion runs your business in the dark * The thermostat metaphor: how leaders set a temperature their teams adjust to without ever being told * What Walter Mischel's 40-year marshmallow research reveals about self-regulation as a long-horizon predictor of success * The neuroscience of why your prefrontal cortex literally cannot think well when your amygdala is firing * The four arenas where self-regulation shows up (or doesn't) — reactivity, uncertainty, pressure, and setbacks * Why the AI era's two reactive traps — chasing every new tool or rejecting all of them — are both panic dressed up as strategy * Four practical exercises to install this week, starting with the neuroscience-backed "name it to tame it"

If you've ever sent the email at 10:47 p.m., gone flat in a meeting that needed your warmth, or noticed your team working harder to manage your reaction than to solve the actual problem — this episode is for you. The regulated entrepreneur still feels the heat. They've just learned to use it instead of being used by it.

More success with less stress. That's the rhythm.

Read the companion blog post at eqfit.org. Next week: Motivation — The Fuel That Outlasts Hustle Culture.

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Episode 4 — Self-Awareness: The Root Beneath Every Great Decision

Marcus had the same conversation with three different business coaches in two years. Same complaint: "My team won't step up. I'm doing everything myself." Same frameworks. Same exhaustion six months later.

Until I asked him a different question — and in thirty seconds, two years of stuckness suddenly made sense.

In this episode of The Thriving Business Ecosystem, we sit with the most over-claimed and under-developed capacity in the entrepreneurial world: self-awareness. It's the cornerstone the rest of your inner operating system is built on — and according to Dr. Tasha Eurich's research, while 95% of us believe we have it, only 10–15% of us actually do. That gap is quietly costing entrepreneurs their teams, their growth, and their nights of sleep.

In this episode you'll learn:

Why self-awareness is the cornerstone of every other dimension of emotional intelligence
The 95/15 Problem — and the self-assessment gap most entrepreneurs are running blind
The four places self-awareness shows up (and disappears) inside a business
Why journaling and introspection alone can actually decrease self-awareness over time
The Three Mirrors — Inner, Relational, and Assessment — and why you need all three to see yourself clearly
Four practical exercises you can run this week, starting with the "85 Percent Test"

If you've ever felt like the same problem keeps showing up in your business with different people in different rooms, this episode is for you. The pattern isn't out there. It's underneath you — and the moment you see it clearly, it loses its grip.

More success with less stress. That's the rhythm.

Read the companion blog post at eqfit.org. Next week: Self-Regulation — When the Thermostat Breaks, Everything Overheats.

The Thriving Business Ecosystem is a 40-week journey through the five layers of a healthy business — hosted by Steve Goodner, founder of EQFIT®. New episodes every week.

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Two founders opened consulting practices in the same city, the same spring, with nearly identical credentials, capital, and target markets. Three years later, one was booked six weeks out and taking Fridays off — the other was working sixty-hour weeks and on the verge of quitting. What actually caused that divergence? It wasn't strategy. It wasn't intelligence. It was the invisible operating system running underneath their decisions.

In this deep dive, we unpack Steve Goodner's April 2026 EQFIT® article The Inner Operating System Every Business Runs On and explore the hidden psychological layer that quietly dictates whether a business thrives or dies. Drawing on four decades of coaching work and modern neuroscience, we look at the actual biology of founder decision-making — why your amygdala reacts milliseconds before your logical brain ever boots up, and why that single fact reshapes everything about how business challenges get processed.

We walk through a landmark 2021 meta-analysis of over 65,000 entrepreneurs showing that emotional intelligence explains 89.1% of the variance in entrepreneurial success (IQ accounts for only 10.9%), unpack the five interlocking dimensions of your inner operating system — self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills — and trace how one weak dimension creates a cascade that quietly sinks the whole ship.

Then we get practical. Steve's four-question, thirty-minute weekly assignment helps you take your hidden patterns off autopilot and start seeing the dashboard that's been running your business all along.

If you've been blaming your marketing, your team, or your strategy when you quietly suspect something deeper is going on, this episode is for you.

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Why is it that smart, experienced entrepreneurs keep solving the wrong problem? In Week 2 of the Thriving Business Ecosystem series, Steve Goodner shares the story of Jennifer — a studio owner who spent 18 months and three marketing consultants trying to fix a problem that had nothing to do with marketing. Through her journey, Steve introduces the Puzzle Box metaphor: the idea that as business owners, we're standing inside the box surrounded by all our pieces, but the picture showing how they fit together is printed on the outside where we can't see it. Steve unpacks why knowing yourself isn't the same as knowing your pathway, why the problem you've diagnosed is almost never the real problem, and what neuroscience reveals about why your decision-making literally downgrades under stress. You'll walk away with a three-part exercise to start loosening the lid on your own puzzle box. This is Week 2 of 40 in the Thriving Business Ecosystem series from EQFIT®. Learn more at eqfit.org.

Is your business thriving — or just surviving? In this kickoff episode of a 40-week series, Steve Goodner shares the story of Mark, an entrepreneur who did everything the experts told him to do and still felt stuck. Through Mark's journey, Steve introduces a powerful new way to look at your business — not as a machine with parts to fix, but as a living ecosystem with five interconnected layers: your inner operating system (the roots), your people and culture (the soil), sales and strategy (the growth engine), technology and AI (the climate), and sustainable results (the fruit). With 40+ years of coaching and consulting experience, Steve explains why most business owners spend all their time on the visible layers while ignoring the roots and soil that make everything else possible. You'll walk away with five honest questions to assess where your ecosystem stands today — and a new lens that will change the way you lead. This is Week 1 of the Thriving Business Ecosystem series from EQFIT®. Learn more at eqfit.org.

Most coaches were trained thoroughly in one game — the craft of coaching. But there's a second game that nobody taught them, and it's the one that determines whether their practice thrives or stalls. In this episode, Steve Goodner unpacks the Inner Game and the Outer Game — the two-game framework at the heart of The Coaches Edge™ series. You'll discover the two imbalance profiles that show up in almost every coaching practice, where the eight dimensions of coaching mastery live across both games, and why the game you've been avoiding is almost always where your biggest growth is hiding. Whether you're a coach building your practice or someone considering working with a coach, this episode will change how you think about what coaching mastery really looks like. This is Episode 2 of a 10-part series — The Coaches Edge™: The Inner Game and The Coaches Edge™: The Outer Game arrive April 2026.

The AI revolution isn't coming — it's here. But the entrepreneurs who come out ahead won't be the ones who master every new tool. They'll be the ones who master themselves.

In this audio overview, two hosts walk through the big ideas in Steve Goodner's THRIVE: Finding Your Entrepreneur's Edge in the Age of AI — from the science behind emotional intelligence as a competitive advantage, to the unique success pathway that helps entrepreneurs move with intention instead of reaction, to the EQFIT® framework of Assess, Equip, Align, Succeed.

If you've been wondering how to cut through the noise and find your edge in the age of AI, this conversation is a great place to start.

THRIVE is available now on Amazon. Learn more at eqfit.org.

Why do some coaches build thriving, sustainable practices while others — equally talented in the session — find themselves stuck? In this episode, Steve Goodner, founder of EQFIT® and author of four books on emotional intelligence and performance, introduces a framework that changes how coaches think about their practice: the Sale, the Session, and the Scale.

Through the stories of three very different coaches, Steve shows what happens when one part of the coaching ecosystem gets all the attention while the others get neglected. He also introduces the eight dimensions of coaching mastery from the upcoming Coaches Edge™ books and explains why instinct alone isn't enough anymore in an industry reshaped by AI, certification overload, and rising client expectations.

Whether you're a coach looking to grow your practice or someone considering working with a coach, this episode will give you a clear lens for understanding what great coaching actually looks like — and what to look for.

This is the first in a series of episodes based on The Coaches Edge article series. Steve's books, The Coaches Edge: The Inner Game and The Coaches Edge: The Outer Game, arrive April 2026.

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In this episode, Steve shares the rest of a story he's never fully told — about an entrepreneur who was terrified that AI would make everything she'd built irrelevant, and what actually happened next. With THRIVE: Finding Your Entrepreneur's Edge in the Age of AI now available, Steve reflects on why he wrote the book, what four decades of coaching taught him about the real barrier to AI adoption, and why your greatest competitive advantage has nothing to do with technology. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, behind, or unsure where to start with AI — this episode is your starting point.

Revenue up. Team growing. Everyone thinks you're crushing it. So why do you feel like you're running on empty? In this episode, Steve Goodner reveals why success is slowly killing so many entrepreneurs—and what to do about it.

You know your strengths. You've done the self-reflection. So why does success still feel so hard? In this episode, Steve Goodner reveals why knowing yourself isn't the same as knowing your pathway—and what to do about it.

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Three entrepreneurs. Three problems. One week. In this episode, Steve Goodner reveals the three emotional environments that determine whether you'll thrive or struggle in the age of AI—and what to do when you're stuck in any of them.

Everyone's racing to master AI—but what if your real competitive edge isn't artificial at all? In this episode, Steve Goodner reveals why emotional intelligence is the prerequisite for thriving in the age of AI, and introduces the three emotional environments every entrepreneur must navigate to succeed.

Tom left a successful corporate career to start his own business—and eighteen months later, he was exhausted. Not from lack of effort, but from too much of it. He was marketing everywhere, networking constantly, and wearing every hat he could find.

Sound familiar?

In this episode, we explore why being good at many things often becomes the ceiling that holds entrepreneurs back, and what it takes to break through.

Marcus sat across from me, arms folded. "I've had coaches before," he said. "Mostly they just asked me how I felt about things. I don't need a therapist. I need someone who can actually help me fix what's broken."

He believed his problem was that he had the wrong people. The assessment data told a different story—and it changed everything.

In this episode, I'm unpacking what actually creates ROI in coaching. The industry has exploded with certifications, but certification doesn't equal transformation. Through Marcus's journey from skeptic to 40% revenue growth, I'll share the four elements that separate coaches who cost you money from coaches who make you money.

If you've ever wondered whether coaching is worth the investment—or been burned by a coach who was better at listening than leading—this one's for you.

Why do talented entrepreneurs struggle while less skilled ones thrive? The answer isn't what you learned in business school. Discover the million-dollar skill hiding in plain sight—and how it impacts everything from sales to stress levels.

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Why Most Small Business Problems Aren’t Business Problems

If you’re a small business owner dealing with stalled growth, people problems, or constant pressure, this episode may change how you see your business entirely.

Most owners assume their challenges are about revenue, strategy, staffing, or systems. But more often than not, those issues are symptoms—not the real problem.

In this episode, we explore why the biggest constraints in small businesses usually come from how the owner thinks and responds under pressure. You’ll hear a real-world story of a capable business owner who was working harder than ever—but stuck—until he realized the issue wasn’t his business model, his team, or the market.

We’ll unpack:

How stress and emotional reactivity quietly shape decision-making
Why smart leaders make poor decisions when under pressure
The hidden cost of operating in constant urgency
What it really means to “upgrade your internal operating system” as a leader

You’ll also learn simple, practical exercises you can use immediately to slow down reactions, improve clarity, and make better decisions—without adding more to your already full plate.

If you’ve ever thought, “I should be further along than I am,” this episode will help you understand why—and what to work on next.

This isn’t about doing more.

It’s about thinking better.

Perfect for small business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, and leaders who want sustainable growth, clearer decisions, and less stress while building a business that actually works.

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“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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The People Audit: How Smart Leaders Prepare for the New Year

Most leaders head into the New Year focused on goals, strategies, and numbers. Smart leaders pause first—and take a hard, honest look at their people.

In this episode, Steve Goodner explores what he calls The People Audit—a practical, human-centered way to reflect on the year that was and prepare for the year ahead. This isn’t about performance reviews or org charts. It’s about understanding where value was truly created, where friction slowed things down, and where leadership choices either helped or hurt momentum.

You’ll learn how to ask the right questions about:

Who brought real value—and how they did it
Where gaps in competency, capacity, character, or chemistry showed up
What’s really causing performance bottlenecks
Where toxicity or unresolved conflict may be quietly draining energy
How leadership behavior sets the emotional tone for results

Steve also shares real-world examples of organizations that turned people-related challenges into breakthroughs—by addressing issues early and intentionally.

If you want to enter the New Year with clarity, alignment, and momentum—this episode will help you start where it matters most: with your people.

🎧 Perfect for business owners, leaders, and professionals who know that sustainable success is built on trust, clarity, and emotionally intelligent leadership.

Focus is becoming harder to sustain — and more valuable than ever.

In a world of constant notifications, endless information, and nonstop demands, many leaders, professionals, and business owners feel busy all day… yet struggle to make meaningful progress on what truly matters.

In this episode, Steve Goodner explores why focus is diminishing, what’s actually happening in the brain when we’re constantly distracted, and how the modern dopamine-driven environment is quietly pulling us into reactive mode.

This conversation goes beyond productivity tips and gets to the root of the issue:

Focus is not just a skill — it’s a resource that must be protected and trained.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What focus really is (and why it’s different from being busy)
How multitasking and constant availability reduce effectiveness
Why dopamine, digital stimulation, and habit patterns weaken attention
The connection between focus, satisfaction, and sustainable success
Practical, real-world strategies to protect and strengthen your ability to focus
How to move from reacting all day to doing deeper, higher-value work

This episode is especially relevant for leaders, small business owners, consultants, and professionals who want to:

Reduce stress and mental fatigue
Improve clarity and decision-making
Do fewer things — better
Finish work with energy instead of exhaustion

In a distracted world, the ability to focus has become a competitive advantage — and a stewardship choice.

Listen in and learn how to intentionally reclaim your attention and direct it toward what matters most.

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“Unlocking Sales Success with EQ”: https://a.co/d/28vLY04

“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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EI + AI = ROI: How Emotional Intelligence + Artificial Intelligence Drive Business Success in 2026Most small business owners think of AI as a tool—and EI as a soft skill.

The truth? When you combine Emotional Intelligence (EI) with Artificial Intelligence (AI), you unlock one of the most powerful performance multipliers available in 2026.

In this episode of Small Business Growth Lab, Steve Goodner breaks down how the smartest businesses are blending high-tech and high-touch to increase revenue, sharpen decision-making, build stronger relationships, and eliminate wasted time.

In this video, you'll discover: Why EI is the key to using AI wisely instead of blindly * How emotionally intelligent owners make better technology decisions * The neuroscience behind how emotions shape thinking, problem-solving, and risk-taking * The AI tools that improve productivity only when paired* with strong people skills * How EI reduces the fear, overwhelm, and resistance many owners feel toward AI * Real examples of how EI + AI dramatically increase ROI in small businesses

The research is clear: Harvard Business Review: EQ drives 70–90% of leadership success * McKinsey: AI can free up 20–30% of a small business owner’s time * Gallup: High-EI teams show up to 21% higher profitability* * When you combine smart automation (AI) with smart leadership (EI), the numbers become even more powerful.

Why this matters for 2026:AI will not replace small business owners.

But owners who use AI with emotional intelligence will outperform those who don’t.

This episode gives you the clarity and confidence to use both—together—to drive results.

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“Unlocking Sales Success with EQ”: https://a.co/d/28vLY04

“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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In this Thanksgiving-week episode, we explore one of the most underrated forces for emotional and relational transformation: gratitude.

Most people think of gratitude as something seasonal or sentimental. But science – and experience – say something very different. Gratitude is a psychological reset button, a neurochemical booster, and a powerful emotional intelligence skill that can reshape the way we think, feel, relate, and lead.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🌟 Why gratitude changes your brainWe unpack what Harvard, UC Berkeley, and neuroscience research reveal about gratitude’s ability to reduce stress, stabilize emotions, and increase resilience.

🌟 How gratitude strengthens emotional intelligenceYou’ll learn how gratitude deepens self-awareness, improves self-regulation, fuels intrinsic motivation, increases empathy, and builds stronger social connections.

🌟 Why gratitude creates trust and connectionWe explore how grateful people generate emotional environments that encourage openness, reduce conflict, and pull others toward them.

🌟 Practical ways to practice gratitude dailyYou’ll get simple, actionable exercises you can start immediately—whether you’re at work, at home, or facing a tough season.

🌟 3 “Struggle to Strength” storiesReal-world stories of people who shifted from overwhelm, conflict, or burnout to renewed clarity, connection, and strength… all by choosing gratitude.

If you’ve been feeling stretched, discouraged, or simply ready for a more grounded and meaningful approach to life, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and reframe your mindset for the week ahead.

Gratitude isn’t just something we feel—it's something we choose. And that choice can change everything.

Tune in now and let this episode encourage, strengthen, and re-center you as we head into Thanksgiving.

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“Unlocking Sales Success with EQ”: https://a.co/d/28vLY04

“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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https://www.eqfit.org/podcast/

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The Power of Networking in 2025 and Beyond: Why Know–Like–Trust Still WinsIn a world where AI, automation, and endless digital noise compete for our attention, one advantage remains timeless—and more powerful than ever: emotionally intelligent networking.

In this episode, Steve Goodner breaks down the modern formula that drives real opportunity: Know → Like → Trust. Using insights from neuroscience, hot cognition, and emotional intelligence, he explains why people make emotionally driven decisions within seconds—and how you can intentionally shape those moments for better relationships, stronger partnerships, and greater success.

You’ll learn:

Why familiarity and emotional consistency (“Know”) are the new currency of credibility
How to create positive emotional experiences so people naturally “Like” you
What really builds—or breaks—trust in a digital-first world
The emotional intelligence skills behind every strong connection
Simple weekly habits that make networking effortless and authentic

Steve also shares practical scripts, examples, and networking do’s and don’ts you can use immediately—whether you’re building your business, expanding opportunities, or strengthening your professional relationships.

If you want to network with confidence, clarity, and emotional intelligence in 2025 and beyond, this episode will give you the mindset and tools you need.

“Unlocking Sales Success with EQ”: https://a.co/d/28vLY04

“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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https://www.eqfit.org/podcast/

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In this episode, Steve dives deep into the emotional engine that drives every opportunity—relationships. Technical skill may open doors, but it’s people skills that keep them open. Discover how emotional intelligence transforms surface-level connections into lasting collaborations, and how understanding behavioral and motivational differences can prevent misunderstandings, strengthen partnerships, and unlock new opportunities.

Steve unpacks the Connection + Trust = Influence equation—your roadmap to building influence that lasts. You’ll learn how empathy, authenticity, and adaptability create the foundation for powerful relationships, and why curiosity is your greatest ally when conflict arises.

Hear the story of Shelby, an entrepreneur whose partnership was saved by recognizing emotional and motivational differences—and how that awareness turned tension into teamwork.

If you’re ready to grow yourself and elevate the quality of every relationship in your life and work, this episode is for you.

🎧 Key Takeaways:

The three pillars of relationship emotional intelligence: empathy, authenticity, adaptability
How to build trust that fuels collaboration
Turning conflict into connection through curiosity
Why Connection + Trust = Influence is the ultimate growth equation

👉 Subscribe and start building the kind of relationships that grow your business, leadership, and life.

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“Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through

Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence”: https://a.co/d/3Pfwhm9

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https://www.eqfit.org/podcast/

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Real growth starts when you see yourself clearly. In this episode, Steve explores how multi-dimensional assessments uncover what’s behind the mask—revealing strengths, blind spots, and opportunities for growth. With that clarity, you can develop the skills that truly drive success.

You’ll learn:

How assessments provide deep, objective insight into how you think, feel, and perform
Why clarity is the foundation for personal and professional transformation
How to use data-driven self-awareness to grow faster and with greater purpose
The 5 critical competencies of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and how each fuels growth and leadership effectiveness

Clarity isn’t just about seeing yourself—it’s about understanding yourself so you can grow intentionally, develop new skills, and reach your full potential.

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Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. In this episode, Steve Goodner unpacks one of the most powerful drivers of success in life and work: authentic confidence.

You’ll learn how real confidence is formed from clarity and competence, not ego or luck—and how emotional intelligence becomes the catalyst that transforms uncertainty into assurance. Steve explores the neuroscience of confidence, how assessments like the EQuip Profile and Habit Story can anchor belief in fact rather than feeling, and how to manage the internal dialogue that often sabotages growth.

You’ll also hear the story of Rebecca, a consultant who went from self-doubt to fully booked in 90 days by aligning her business with her emotional strengths. Her journey is a practical example of how mindset shifts, small wins, and humble self-belief can change everything.

If you’ve ever wrestled with imposter syndrome, second-guessed your value, or struggled to turn self-awareness into self-assurance, this episode will give you a roadmap to build confidence that lasts—confidence rooted in truth, not pretense.

Key Takeaways:

Confidence = Clarity + Competence
How self-awareness and self-regulation build inner strength
Rewriting self-sabotaging mental habits
Turning emotional insight into consistent, confident action
Why true confidence is always paired with humility

Quote to Remember:

“Confidence isn’t arrogance—it’s power under control. It’s the quiet assurance that comes from knowing who you are, what you bring, and how you serve.”

🎧 Tune in to learn how to grow yourself, grow your confidence, and grow your success—one intentional mindset shift at a time.

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Grow Yourself – Mastering Focus and Attention

In a world full of constant noise, distraction has become the biggest threat to growth and success. In this video, Steve shares how mastering focus and attention is one of the most powerful ways to grow yourself—and your results.

You’ll learn:

Why focus is emotional discipline in action
How attention shapes productivity, creativity, and confidence
Practical strategies to manage distraction and direct your energy where it matters most
How emotional intelligence and self-awareness help you stay focused under pressure

Growth begins with attention—because what you focus on grows. Master your focus, and you’ll unlock the clarity, energy, and consistency to reach your full potential.

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Your business will never outgrow your personal capacity. In this powerful episode, Steve Goodner takes you deep into what he calls The Inside-Out Growth Principle—the truth that the mindset, emotional patterns, and habits driving your daily decisions are the same forces shaping your organization’s success.

Steve unpacks the real difference between a fixed (reactive) mindset and a growth (proactive) mindset, showing how awareness, ownership, and intention form the foundation of every successful entrepreneur’s journey. You’ll discover the Inside-Out Growth Process—a lifelong skill of developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and behavioral agility that expands both your personal capacity and professional impact.

Through story, science, and practical wisdom, Steve shows how growing yourself first leads to measurable business results: clearer decisions, stronger teams, higher profits, and sustainable momentum.

This isn’t motivational talk—it’s a roadmap for transformation. If you want to raise the ceiling on what’s possible in your leadership, relationships, and results, this episode will show you how to start from the inside out.

🎯 You’ll Learn:

How to recognize when you’re operating from a fixed (reactive) mindset versus a growth (proactive) mindset
Why emotional intelligence is the foundation for personal and business success
The step-by-step process for Inside-Out Growth and lifelong skill development
How personal capacity directly determines professional success and profitability
Practical ways to stay consistent, grounded, and growth-focused for sustainable success

💡 Key Takeaway:

Growth isn’t an event—it’s a faithful, daily practice. And when you grow yourself, everything you lead grows with you.

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Have you ever felt stuck—circling around the same decisions, weighed down by fear, anxiety, or overwhelm—without making real progress? That’s spin mode. In this episode, Steve Goodner unpacks the 10 most common triggers that keep people spinning, from information overload to perfectionism, fear of the unknown, negative self-talk, and more.

You’ll discover how spin mode hijacks your most valuable resources—time, focus, energy, and effort—and what you can do to reclaim them. Steve shares the story of Rebecca, a corporate professional who dreamed of starting her own business but found herself paralyzed by overwhelm and fear. With a few simple but powerful strategies, she broke free, gained clarity, and stepped into her future with confidence.

You’ll learn a practical reset formula—Recognize, Release, Refocus, and Re-engage—that you can start using immediately to stop spinning and start winning in your own life, work, and leadership.

👉 Tune in to discover how you can move from hesitation to action, from stuck to unstoppable.

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What if the biggest factor in your success isn’t your strategy, your skills, or your circumstances—but your mindset? In this episode, Steve Goodner explores why mindset is both the foundation you build your success on and the filter that shapes how you see, decide, and act every day.

You’ll discover:

Why a strong mindset conserves your most valuable resources—time, energy, focus, and effort.
How the six dimensions of a success mindset (growth mindset, emotional intelligence, habits, clarity of purpose, resilience, and beliefs/values) interlock to drive better decisions and outcomes.
Lisa’s inspiring story of how shifting her mindset transformed her from overwhelmed entrepreneur to confident business owner in just 8 weeks.
Practical exercises you can use right now to identify your current mindset and begin shaping the one you need to thrive.

Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, or simply working on yourself, this episode will give you a roadmap to strengthen the foundation of your success and sharpen the filter through which you see your world.

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Clarity: Your Bridge to the Future You Desire

The future you want starts with clarity today. In this video, Steve explains how using a multi-dimensional assessment package provides the insight you need to see yourself clearly, identify strengths and gaps, and chart the right path forward to achieve your goals.

You’ll learn:

Why clarity is the foundation for growth and transformation
How assessments uncover blind spots and hidden opportunities
Practical ways to turn assessment results into a personalized roadmap for success
Why clarity isn’t about one “right way,” but discovering the right way for you

Clarity is your bridge—the connection between where you are now and the future you desire. With the right insights, you’ll know exactly how to cross it.

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The Yes Formula – Neuroscience of Influence

Influence isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about connecting smarter. In this episode, Steve reveals The Yes Formula, a neuroscience-based approach to building stronger relationships, creating trust, and guiding others to action.

By understanding how the brain processes emotion and decision-making, you’ll discover how to influence with integrity and impact.

You’ll learn:

The brain science behind why people say “yes”
How emotions drive trust, clarity, and decision-making
A practical 4-step formula to connect, build trust, create clarity, and guide to action
Why emotionally intelligent influence outperforms pressure or persuasion every time

Influence is the key to leadership, sales, and human connection—and when you use the brain’s natural wiring, you create outcomes that benefit everyone.

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Conversation is the currency of human connection. It’s how we build relationships, create trust, influence decisions, and ultimately, get things done. Yet too often we underestimate its power—or fail to recognize how our own patterns, habits, and emotional environments shape the outcomes of every dialogue we enter.

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What if you could take the guesswork out of hiring, accelerate personal and professional growth, and build teams that actually work? In this episode of Emotionally Intelligent Living, Steve Goodner unpacks how assessments—when used the right way—become powerful tools to solve real challenges in business and leadership.

Forget the “tests” you remember from school. These assessments don’t grade or label you—they reveal insights about behaviors, motivators, emotional intelligence, and habits that drive performance. Steve shares how a customized assessment process helps organizations make better hires, create clear growth pathways, and develop high-functioning teams.

And here’s the kicker: research shows that emotional intelligence training alone can deliver up to a 1484% return on investment. That’s not hype—that’s the data.

Tune in to discover:

The 3 biggest pain points organizations face—and how assessments provide solutions.
Why assessments aren’t pass/fail, but maps for growth and alignment.
The short- and long-term ROI of using assessments strategically.
Why working with a certified assessment professional changes the game.

If you’re a leader, business owner, or team builder ready to stop guessing and start leading with clarity, this episode is for you.

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Focus Mastery: From Overwhelmed to On Point

In today’s fast-paced world, distractions are constant and demands never stop—leaving many people working harder but feeling less effective. In this episode, you’ll discover how to move from overwhelmed to on point by mastering the power of focus.

We’ll cover:

Why scattered attention drains energy and productivity
How to use emotional intelligence to regain clarity and control
Practical techniques to prioritize what matters most and eliminate the noise

Whether you’re a leader, professional, or entrepreneur, learning to master your focus is the key to unlocking higher performance and peace of mind.

Stop being pulled in every direction—start moving with clarity, purpose, and impact.

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In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one of the most overlooked skills in sales—awareness. Forget polishing your pitch for the hundredth time. The real breakthrough comes when you can see what others miss: your own emotional state, your buyer’s emotional cues, and the subtle shifts that tell you exactly where the conversation is headed.

You’ll discover:

Why emotional intelligence is the secret driver behind top sales performance.
The 3-Question Emotional Check that resets your state and builds instant trust.
How to use the Emotional Pulse Technique to read and respond to your buyer in real time.
Practical ways to create conversations that feel less like a pitch and more like a partnership.

If you’re ready to close more deals—not by working harder, but by connecting deeper—this episode is your playbook.

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Why do some people experience real, lasting growth while others plateau despite training and hard work? In this episode, we unpack the science and strategy behind transformational growth—the kind of change that turns untapped potential into measurable performance.

You’ll discover the Four Critical Elements that make the difference:

Habit Transformation – Rewiring daily actions for consistent progress.
Emotional Intelligence – Building the self-awareness, empathy, and emotional agility that drive influence and connection.
Rational Thinking Skill Development – Strengthening higher‑level thinking like strategic insight, adaptive problem‑solving, and sound decision‑making.
Targeted Skill Development – Focusing on the precise competencies that matter most for your role, goals, and environment.

We’ll explore how these elements work together to create a powerful, sustainable growth trajectory—one that doesn’t just inform but transforms. Whether you’re a leader, professional, or entrepreneur, you’ll leave with actionable ideas to elevate your performance and unlock your full potential.

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In this episode, we explore why your greatest edge in today’s fast-changing world isn’t a tactic—it’s your capacity to grow and adapt. You’ll learn how the five core emotional intelligence competencies—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—work together to drive transformation. We’ll also unpack how habit transformation is the key to making these skills stick. If you want to future-proof your success, this episode is your blueprint.

👉 Listen in and discover how to become someone who doesn’t just manage change—but leads it.

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Your mindset shift = your life shift. The reason most people plateau or get stuck is simple, they live in a reactive mindset. Without a mindset shift, they will always be waiting on the next thing to happen. The proactive mindset chooses which tasks and opportunities to focus on. In the EQFIT® Masterminds, people learn how to enter into a transformational shift of their mindset, practical skills, and habits to move out of a reactive mindset into a more proactive, strategic, and successful mindset. It's time to upgrade your internal operating system!

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How do you prepare for what comes next? Many will ramp up planning, strategies, contingencies, but these will only help if you guess correctly (which happens infrequently). In our fast-changing world, the most effective and profitable way to prepare for what comes next comes from the inside out. It starts with building the right mindset.

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What if your emotions were the key to deeper spiritual growth? In this episode, Steve Goodner unpacks the core message of his new book, Fruitful & Free: Living the Abundant Life Through Spirit-led Emotional Intelligence. Discover how faith and emotional intelligence are divinely designed to work together—and how Spirit-led EI leads to emotional wisdom, healthier relationships, and a more vibrant walk with God. Learn how the five core competencies of emotional intelligence can transform your prayer life, relationships, purpose, and peace. This episode will challenge and inspire you to live with greater wholeness, freedom, and fruitfulness—just as God intended.

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The EQFIT® Mindset is the advantage for people who are serious about their success. Not just a psychological concept or a motivational catchphrase - the EQFIT® Mindset is a transformational approach to developing a better "internal operating system" in our brains. This improved internal operating system enhances decision making, thinking, problem solving, social interactions, leadership and sales impact, and the ability to be prepared for whatever comes.

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Building a winning mindset that lasts is a goal for everyone. But how to do that is the question. A winning mindset is not something that just happens. Building a winning mindset starts with understanding how our mind works and how to intentionally shape our mindset. No matter what your position and role in life, a winning mindset is the foundation and filter that everything is built on and filters through. We can rewire our brains to create greater success and satisfaction.

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Are you selling clarity or confusion in your efforts? This question points to a key difference between the top 10% and everyone else. They sell with clarity which inspires confidence and leads to action. Selling confusion triggers the threat response and leads to inaction. To close more deals, sell with clarity, confidence, and emotional intelligence!

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From tactics to trust is a compelling new way to approach sales. Tactics are easy to learn and deploy, but not always effective. Why? Because they leave out the 70%+ of the buying decision...emotional drivers. Trust comes from connection and empowers influence. The more we build connection and trust, the more we can increase the influence we have. These three foundational elements drive sales success, and what drives these elements? Emotional intelligence.

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Smart selling skills are far more than techniques; they are the new sales superpower. EQFIT Smart Selling skills are a proven method of infusing emotional intelligence into sales efforts to achieve maximum sales success. More than 70% of the buying decision is driven by emotions. If you are not accessing that potential, you are leaving a lot of deals unclosed. People buy on emotion and rationalize with logic. What if greater sales success was not about knowing more but about feeling more? Buyers will feel what is happening in the sales connection before logic takes hold.

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After assessing hundreds of salespeople, the best of the best have one thing in common - high emotional intelligence. EQ or emotional intelligence is the secret to success in modern selling. Without understanding how our brains work, and specifically emotional drivers, sales efforts will fall short of their best possible results. This is where EQFIT Smart Selling comes in. After decades of work, a proven process has emerged to level up any salespersons selling success. Even better, the new book - EQFIT for Sales: Unlocking Sales Success with EQ - will soon be released on Amazon.

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What different generations want in the workplace may surprise you. While there are differences in values, many things bridge across all generations. The key to understanding what different generations want in the workplace is to understand what their values are and how those create specific emotional drivers which can lead to higher engagement and productivity. The skills of emotional intelligence are the answer to connecting well across generations and building bridges in the workplace for better outcomes.

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Why are managers burning out? It starts by being disengaged. The recent Gallup State of the Global Workplace 2025 survey states a shocking statistic, manager/leader engagement has declined to 27%. Basically only 1 in 4 manager/leaders are engaged in the workplace. Disengagement is a pathway to burnout, and burnout has serious consequences. Listen to what is causing this decline in manager/leader engagement and practical solutions to turn this trend around.

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How are you feeling about your workplace? The recent Gallup State of the Global Workplace 2025 survey has real insights into this question. Employees are feeling stressed, sad, lonely, and angry at alarming levels. Would it surprise you to learn that 50% of employees are watching for or actively seeking a new job? The workplace is at a critical crossroads. At the heart of this is the fact that 70% of manager/leaders are disengaged, and that number continues to drop.

The engagement number is down again. Why is this important? Because every percentage point the number drops equals BILLIONS of dollars of productivity and profitably are lost. But let's focus on how to turn this around. The engagement number down again is not surprising, but it does not have to stay that way. The solutions may be easier than you think.

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Resolving conflict scientifically is a much better way that stumbling through trying to resolve conflict from an emotional or simply rational perspective. This episode is taken from a LinkedIn live event with host, Steve Goodner, CEQF, VSCC, EQAC, and Dr. Chuck Coker, founder of LifeThrive. Scientifically resolving conflict comes from a proprietary assessment that Dr. Coker has developed that measures 5 different styles of conflict resolution. Understanding what conflict is and how our brains process conflict is critical to finding more effective ways to navigate and resolve it.

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What skills do I need to succeed is one of the most frequently asked questions I get. Across generations, from C-suite to entry level, people want to know what skills they need to succeed and reach their goals and aspirations. The answer is a combination of hard skills and soft skills, but they have to be the RIGHT skills.

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Boundaries for balance is a concept that has been around a long time. So why are we so bad at setting boundaries. It is actually because setting boundaries to enhance our balance in life and work means we have to say no. Most of us are not good at saying no because we have been taught to help when we can. We feel obligated. Most importantly, there are emotional drivers attached to setting boundaries. We don't want to disappoint others or hurt their feelings. We feel guilty or selfish if we say no. That kind of thinking needs to stop. You can achieve boundaries for balance without being selfish.

Emerging from setbacks is one life skill we all need to develop. Setbacks can be anything from making a mistake to losing a loved one. Life is full of setbacks, but emerging from them can be something we do better. The emerging starts with a mindset that chooses to accept and move forward. Setbacks do not have to be permanent. We choose the emotional environment we live in.

Your confident self - starts with understanding that confidence is an emotion that can be grown and developed. The most confident people have an awareness of self that allows them to navigate emotions that are not productive to intentionally cultivate emotions that are productive. Self-confidence is one of those positive and productive emotions. People choose the emotional environment they live and work in. Choose confidence. Trust yourself and watch your confident self emerge.

What is your response to conflict? Did you know that there are 5 different response styles? Our response to conflict will determine how successful our conflict resolution will be. Consider what it would be like to know everyone's primary and secondary responses to conflict. It would make resolving conflict so much more productive. There is an assessment that will measure this. Dr. Chuck Coker has created this after 30 years of deep work in organizational development. For more, check this out:

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To master conflict skills, start with understanding and navigating the emotional drivers underneath the conflict. Keeping conflict focused on the objective creates a safety net to minimize escalation. People who master conflict skills practice empathy and curiosity while maintaining a goal-oriented approach to conflict resolution.

Building feedback cultures, specifically building constructive feedback cultures is critical to the health and vitality of teams and organizations. Explore the science-backed proven methods for building feedback cultures to achieve the success and satisfaction you desire. A culture of constructive feedback will allow teams and organizations to thrive, not just survive.

EI leadership, or the art of emotionally intelligent leadership is a path to sustainable success. Leadership that leverages EI (emotional intelligence) is smart leadership. Technical knowledge and experience will only carry leadership success to a limited degree. The real ROI comes when a leader unlocks the secrets to sustainable success and that can only happen through other people. That is what a leader is, someone who inspires, encourages, coaches, engages, and builds connection and trust. These elements are only possible through the skill set of emotional intelligence.

How to grow Capacity? That is a critical question to answer. Capacity is determined by how much potential can be realized and how much motivation is generated.

One of the greatest obstacles to organizational health and growth is a lack of capacity. Leadership capacity, team member capacity, team capacity, organizational capacity all plays a critical role in the ability to maintain success over time.

In this episode, we will explore the skills a leader needs to grow their own capacity and the capacity of their team, how to measure those skills, and how to measure team capacity. With these critical insights, organizations can thrive.

Did you know it is possible to measure chemistry in teams? It is! Even better, we can measure the skills needed by a leader to create good team chemistry. With these two measures, we can take a data-driven approach in every decision and action.

Knowing these measures will bring clarity to the best path forward to create high functioning teams. Knowing a leader's skills for building team chemistry will provide a rapid and efficient leadership development pathway to grow these skills for greater leadership impact.

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Have you ever wanted to measure competence in someone before you invest time, resources, and energy with them? You can. We now have a curated set of assessments that goes beyond experience and technical skills. We can measure competence in multiple dimensions, including the hard to measure behavior, the skills of leadership, soft skills, communication skills, and emotional intelligence.

Why is this important? To measure competence in multiple dimensions is to gain insight that will provide a data-driven approach to making better decisions about people. From hiring to developing to promoting, competence is critical to success.

Character insights are critical to understanding how a person will fit into a role, team, and organization. The good news...we can measure character!

Think about this. The ability to measure character traits will lead to better hires and better developmental insights. Remove blind spots, enhance connection, build strong leaders, teams, and organizations.

The character insights critical to success can be measured through a curated package of assessments. To learn more about this...join us for this episode.

What is the best way to leverage assessments in leadership? Start by focusing on gaps, concerns, and opportunities. Then connect with a certified assessment professional who is certified in at least 4-5 different types of assessments. This multi-dimensional assessment approach empowers leaders with insight and information that simply cannot be attained any other way.

To leverage assessments in leadership means much more than a personality or strengths assessment. Personality, emotional intelligence, coachability, trust, motivators/mindsets, response to conflict, productive and counterproductive habits, response patterns, and emotional states provide a rich spectrum of insights that can be customized in assessment initiatives that provide real value and ROI.

Better data, better decisions. That is the way most critical decisions are made in organizations. Why not take the same approach with the most important asset any organization has, its people!

We are at a crossroads...EI and AI, emotional intelligence and artificial intelligence. As AI shifts into warp speed, are we leaving behind the human element so important to sustained success. This is a challenge for every leader across all industries.

Let's take a look at how we can bring these together to find new horizons of success and satisfaction.

Leadership focus on navigating change and uncertainty is a critical success factor. Leadership cannot be successful without the ability to navigate change, which creates uncertainty. Leaders must first become change embracing themselves so they can help their people through the needed changes. Enhancing agility, adaptability, resilience, and innovation is a leader's imperative, in themselves and in their people. Creating a solid foundation for these is what this episode is all about.

In difficult times, we all look for a message of hope. As we come to the end of another year, that hope is available to us. The key is to slow down and remember that we don't have to do life on our own. The crazy busy world we live in drains us in so many ways. During this time of the year, and into the new year, remember that peace and hope are available to us if we seek it out. That "Merry Christmas" feeling can stay with us throughout the year. Seek out what wise men knew to be the answer.

Every hiring manager wants to hire right the first time. No one likes turnover, the cost is immense. Then when you do hire right, how do you keep top talent. The best leaders understand that hiring right leads to better retention and greater success. Learn how to make hiring and retaining top talent a natural part of the workplace. Stop stressing and start assessing.

Since 2020, leadership focus has turned to how to best lead and manage remote workers. Results are mixed when it comes to leadership success with remote and hybrid teams. The focus on productivity shows mixed results but trending down. The push to get employees in the office is increasing. This episode brings focus to how leadership can enhance remote worker engagement and performance while creating a culture that everyone can thrive in.

A key leadership focus in today's world is overcoming the challenge of digital transformation. The leadership demands of digital transformation start with the technology but rapidly engage the human dynamic. The focus on people during a change initiative like this is critical to a successful digital transformation effort. At the end of all forms of technology are people. They will either leverage the new technologies or they will limit them. Knowing how to lead people well will determine the success of the effort.

Self-awareness is the pathway to achieve your goals and dreams. Knowing yourself well is at the heart of every successful change in life and work. Self-awareness is the starting point for growth. What are your strengths, gaps, developmental opportunities? What are your limits? What about the people around you? How self-aware are they?

Explore self-awareness, its importance, and how to grow your self-awareness in this episode.

Want to know how to increase emotional resilience? It starts with emotional flexibility and adaptability. Emotional resilience is a resource internal to each person. The more we equip ourselves with practices that enhance emotional resilience, the more we will have when we need it. Learn specific practices to increase your emotional resilience.

Empathy for leaders is the skill of emotional intelligence that will accelerate success most rapidly. Leaders get things done through other people. Great leaders start with empathy, to gain understanding of how people are feeling and what their perspective is on specific areas of focus. Gain insight into how to leverage empathy for leaders to become the best leader they can be.

To grow emotional agility, it starts with growing key skills of emotional intelligence. Emotional agility is the ability to navigate emotions, have good emotional literacy, recognize patterns, exercise optimism, and engage intrinsic motivation...all skills of emotional intelligence. The benefits of increasing emotional agility are profound. Greater enjoyment, success, satisfaction, focus, energy, and so much more. Emotional agility is the pathway to greater agility in every aspect of life.

Decision making and emotional intelligence (EI) go together like hand and glove. Our best decisions happen when we combine our rational intelligence with our emotional intelligence. EI skills directly impact the quality of our decisions. Greater EI applied leads to better decisions and outcomes. EI skills help us to better understand the perspectives of others which further enhances our decision making. If you connect and communicate with other people, lead any type of effort, then EI skills are a must to help you make your best decisions.

Managing stress with emotional intelligence is the best way to reduce stress. Stress is made up of a complex set of emotions, so it makes sense that the skills of emotional intelligence would be the key to reducing stress. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a remote worker, retired, leading a team, or a C-suite executive, everyone needs to be able to reduce stress through leveraging the skills of emotional intelligence.

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How do you measure the vital signs for work in a team? By focusing on the most important drivers of success: Trust, Execution, Motivation, Teamwork, and Change (being change agile). The Team Vital Signs from Six Seconds is a unique team assessment/survey that provides validated and actionable data. What is actionable data? Data that gives you accurate insight and allows you to create KPIs and goals to move the team to become a high performing team. Vital signs for teams must include those elements most impactful for team health. People don't leave winning teams by choice. They leave when there is poor leadership and when the team is not winning. The Team Vital Signs is the first step to creating winning teams.

When taking the vital signs for work, leadership is the most impactful place to start. One of the best ways to do this is to utilize a leadership360 assessment. These tools, if they are highly validated, can provide invaluable insight into how a leader is showing up in their leadership for other people. Leadership vital signs must include the 5 drivers of success for work: Trust, Execution, Teamwork, Motivation, and Change (the ability to lead well through change). The right leadership360 assessment will provide actionable data that can immediately identify the right path forward and create the KPIs needed for the leader to reach their full leadership potential.

Just like doctors check their patients' vital signs, we can do the same thing for leaders, teams, and entire organizations. Diagnose what is not working well. Identify root causes of dysfunction. Discover opportunities for enhancement and unlocking unrealized potential. The best decisions and outcomes happen when you have the best insights and actionable data. Want to build a competitive advantage? It starts by checking the vital signs.

What is my habit story? It is the discovery of my productive and counterproductive habits and how those are impacting every aspect of my life. There is now a way to measure habits to understand what your personal habit story is and how you can transform your habits for more success and satisfaction in life. Thousands of people around the world are tuning in to their habit story...and shaping their future for better outcomes.

The fastest way to increase trust...trust via emotional intelligence. EI skills are foundational to building and maintaining trust. Trust via emotional intelligence leverages empathy, and social skills, along with self-awareness and self-regulation, to enhance relationships and interaction with other people. Trust is "the currency of getting things done". Especially getting things done through other people.

One of the most impactful areas of leadership focus is something called, "continuous partial attention". Distractions in the workplace have always been a challenge. Today, with so many people connected to so many devices, the urge to be distracted is more difficult to resist than ever before. How many times have you seen people in meetings checking their phones or watches? How many people on virtual calls turn their video off? Continuous partial attention (CPA) has become an increasing drain on productivity, communications, relationships, and really every aspect of life and work. This episode looks at this challenge from a leadership focus, both for leaders themselves and their team members.

A key leadership focus is how to accelerate success. The very definition of leadership is leading...leading yourself and leading others. Emotions drive people, people drive performance. If you want better leadership outcomes, then gain the skills you need to better navigate and manage the emotional complexity in human dynamics and interactions. Emotional intelligence competencies and skills are the fuel you need for your team to excel and to get the success and satisfaction you desire.

Growing your growth skills starts with creating and maintaining a growth mindset. Leaders are learners...and we are all leaders in some way. Knowing how to grow is just as important as knowing what to grow. Developing a growth mindset has a multi-dimensional impact. It impacts your own growth, then it cascades to the people around you. These are skills for a lifetime!

The secret to great leadership is for the leadership focus to be on developing leadership skills starting from within. Great leaders love to learn. They love to grow their leadership focus by developing new skills, enhancing current skills, and expanding their capacity and competence. Leadership is a set of perishable skills. These skills need to be practiced and applied regularly and consistently. But first, this leadership focus must become an integral part of a leader's mindset.

Leadership focus must be on the essentials of effective leadership. This starts with understanding the essence of leadership...what is at the very heart of leadership impact. This series on "Leadership Focus" will bring to light foundational skills and competencies of effective leadership. Leaders worth following have developed these skills and competencies, and practice them on a daily basis.

Leading with emotional intelligence culminates with social skills. The ability to bring people together around a shared purpose with shared goals, then influence them to achieve those goals relies on the social skills of the leader. Connecting, building trust, collaboration, communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork are all part of the social dynamics that leaders must be able to navigate effectively to be successful.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence has a superpower! Empathy. Empathy may be one of the most misunderstood skills a leader needs to be successful. It's not just about understanding the feelings of others. It is an entire practice that provides the leader with insight far greater than that of average leaders. Leading by listening is a key component of practicing empathy. But there is more...what do you do as a leader with what you hear? Do you understand the other person's feelings, perspective, and how the situation is impacting them. Leading with empathy requires a strong commitment, a consistent practice, and a desire to be a leader worth following.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence means understanding Motivation. Motivation that you can count on comes from Intrinsic Motivators, not Extrinsic Motivators. What are those? Beliefs, values, and standards. The inner most drivers in all of us. Leading with emotional intelligence is about leveraging these in yourself as a leader and then drawing that out of your team members. Emotional intelligence skills and competencies are the most impactful when it comes to motivation. At the heart of motivation is the emotional drivers that people generate within themselves. Leaders who can create a safe and engaging workplace have the advantage when building motivation throughout their team.

Leading with emotional intelligence starts with self-awareness, and then moves to self-regulation. The ability to regulate your own emotions and reactions has a direct impact on your leadership impact. The better your ability to practice self-regulation, the more effecting you will be at leading with emotional intelligence. Be the leader that others want to follow. Be a leader worth following.

Leading with emotional intelligence starts with self-awareness. Self-awareness is the cornerstone of emotional intelligence and includes the ability to define and understand the emotions you have and the impact they have on you. It also includes the ability to understand how you are "showing up" for other people and how their emotions impact you. Leaders with high emotional intelligence can navigate emotions more effectively, they are more agile and resilient, and they communicate and resolve conflicts successfully. Self-awareness is the foundation that all other emotional intelligence competencies and skills are built on.

Leading with emotional intelligence is the most effective way to connect, build trust, and enhance influence. When people know their feelings and perspectives are taken into account, they are more engaged and aligned with leadership. Yes, it has to be genuine, but the ROI for leading with emotional intelligence is far greater than the effort needed to do it. For leaders, there is a personal benefit. Emotional intelligence skill development results in greater agility, resilience, and adaptive and innovative thinking. Decisions become more impactful and outcomes improve across the board.

Leaders who understand capacity as a skill, can grow capacity in themselves and in others. Capacity enhanced opens the door to greater competency. The cycle is simple: prepare then grow, prepare then grow. The preparation happens when leaders leverage capacity as a skill and practice it. This is a form of continuous improvement.

Chemistry in leadership is about finding the right mix of critical elements to ensure a workplace that is engaging, productive, and satisfying. Leaders who understand that employees want leadership that creates contagious engagement will far outpace other leaders and their teams in critical success factors that drive long-term success. This episode focuses on the way to create the right chemistry in a team through leadership skills that shine.

To lead with honor, Character has to be paramount. At the heart of leadership are character traits that engage people and empower them. The leader who can lead with honor knows that a growth mindset must be combined with self-regulation to become a person of character that people are will and even eager to follow.

Competent leadership does not just happen. It comes out of a well defined and specific set of leadership skills that enhance competence. These skills can be developed in a relatively short period of time and if practiced, can last a lifetime.

Emotional mastery does not just happen. Like anything else, there are a set of skills and competencies that provide mastery over emotions and the impact they have. To help with mastering emotions, there are excellent assessments to measure these competencies. Then follow a proven sequence to grow and develop these skills: Assess - Equip - Align - Succeed!

When you think about your deepest held beliefs, did you realize that these drive your goal setting. At least they should. For a goal to be inspirational, it has to mean something to you and probably something important. Noble Goals is a competency of emotional intelligence that is foundational to achieving success and satisfaction in life and work.

Choosing to develop empathy is a critical skill for success. Empathy accelerates trust building, the foundation for strong relationships. Practicing empathy is a skill that fosters deeper connections, navigates conflict, and engages people. This critical skill of emotional intelligence is easy to develop with the right focus and plan. Be the person everyone wants to be around. Develop your empathy.

Most people think of optimism as looking at the world through rose colored glasses, or as an offshoot of personality. In reality, optimism is a choice. It is not an outcome, it is a mindset that can be engaged prior to moving forward. Here is how to exercise optimism for better outcomes in every aspect of life and work.

Ever find yourself struggling to find the energy to complete something? How about getting to 2pm and feeling like your battery needs recharging? This is where intrinsic motivation comes in. The more you can build this important internal resource, the more energy you will have to do the things you need and want to do.

Ever find yourself regretting how you reacted to something and wishing you could go back and do it over again? There is a skill that will help you avoid those situations. Navigating emotions is a competency of emotional intelligence that helps us be more intentional more often. Emotions are the triggers behind our decisions and actions. The better we navigate those, the more intentional we can be, and the better the outcomes we will get.

EQ in thinking is a competency so critical to getting the outcomes you desire. What are your options? How can you make your best decisions? How do you balance the rational and the emotional? All of these questions are answered in this focus on a key competency of emotional intelligence...Applying Consequential Thinking.

We all have patterns and habits. In this episode we will define and differentiate between the two. The challenge is... we may not be aware of our patterns...we all have blind spots. Patterns that hold us back are there for a reason. Most people never reach their full potential because of these. Explore how to identify your patterns and those of others, and change the patterns that are holding you back. It is easier than you think.

Think of your emotions as books in a library. Each emotion is its own book. There are over 34,000 unique emotions. How books are in your library? Do you know what they are telling you?

This episode focuses on the actual competencies of emotional intelligence (EI) and how those can be developed into specific skills for success. The model used is the Six Seconds model. Six Seconds is the largest EI organization in the world.

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Social skills, the 5th major category of emotional intelligence is where all of the other skills and competencies of emotional intelligence are applied. Interacting with other people is a huge part of life. The better we do that, the better our outcomes. Learn very practical ways to practice social skills at the highest levels.

Empathy, a skill and competency of EQ (emotional intelligence), is a

doorway to a deeper understanding of other people. If you could

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them? Absolutely! Empathy accelerates success and satisfaction in life and in work.

Motivation, especially internal or intrinsic motivation, is critical to supply the energy you need to achieve. While external motivators (money, appreciation, recognition, social media likes) do provide a boost in motivation, it is usually short lived. Internal motivation, that originating in your beliefs, values, and standards, is motivation you can rely on no matter the circumstances you find yourself in. Motivation is the energy source for our efforts. The greater your internal motivation, the more you can count on having enough energy to accomplish what you desire.

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Self-regulation is a critical skill for navigating life and work. Self-regulation is the ability to be more intentional more often. Less reacting and more responding. The challenge is how to deal with the emotional aspects generated in specific situations. The more we can use the energy from those emotions as a strategic resource, the better our decisions, actions, and outcomes.

Self-awareness is the foundation for growing emotional intelligence. The greater the self-awareness, the more someone can be intentional in their decisions and actions for the best outcomes.

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Unless you have been living off the grid for the last 20 years, you have probably heard about emotional intelligence or EQ. But do you know why it is important to develop EI skills? What is in it for you?

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In the chaos of the last few years, many things have changed. Some of these things are very visible while others are more subtle. One of the trends that is more subtle is the diminishing levels of healthy urgency. That inner drive to move things forward to completion. The reason for this change may be more than we think.

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Feeling a little overwhelmed by the amount of demands on your time? You are not alone. Learn how to identify the stressors in your life and reduce the noise.

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The need for an easy way to grow leadership capacity and develop new skills is greater than ever. Virtual workplaces, the employment market, and the rapid pace of change demand more of today's leaders. It's time to leverage science, AI, and predictive analytics to enhance leadership impact!

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If you are doing any hiring, you may have noticed that resumes coming in are starting to look a lot alike. There is a new trend where candidates are taking the job requirements from a posting, putting it into their favorite AI program, and asking it to create a resume for them.

This episode talks about leveraging technology to solve this problem...and to get "right fit" hires.

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The whole learning, Training, growth, and development world has become too confusing. Training companies sell what they want but not necessarily what you need. There has to be a better way!

There is...and here it is. 21st century learning and development done right!

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How is leadership like a tree? In so many ways! Starting with the roots and moving all the way to the leaves, thriving leadership only happens when healthy growth happens. Listen to the path for healthy, vital, and thriving leadership.

Remember those spirits that visited Scrooge on Christmas eve? Their impact transformed his life. That spiritual thing is something we all wonder about...but do we see the bigger picture? Our spirit is the deepest part of who we are. The energy to transform resides there.

Ever wonder if who you are today is what you will be the rest of your life? The answer is NO. But the real question you should be asking is, "Who do I want to become?" We can either allow circumstances define who we are or we can be proactive and choose a path where we shape our future. It all starts with knowing where you are today!

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Habits. We all have them. Are they helping or hurting you? There is now a breakthrough assessment that measures your habits, productive and counterproductive, and includes 5 dimensions of insight. There is nothing else like it.

Talent and talent potential...do you know how to measure this? Growing talent in today's environment is a real challenge. Here is a roadmap to measure and understand talent and talent potential and grow talent in a busy workplace.

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Feel like you have less energy today than in years past? If you say yes, then you are in the majority. There is a human energy crisis happening. Listen to where it is coming from and what we can do about it in this episode.

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Ever have one of those gut punch moments...something unexpected negatively impacts your life? We all have experienced that. The question is...how do you survive it? Better yet...how do you navigate it for better outcomes?

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Ever struggle with making a decision about people? We all have! Wouldn't it be great to have confidence when making those decisions...you can!

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Data. It is everywhere around us. We have data on just about everything! The one exception is people. There are great ways to gain insight and clarity so we can make the best decisions for ourselves and for other people. Sadly, most people either don't know how to do this or ignore it because they do not understand the value of a data driven culture when it comes to people.

Don't be fooled by claims some assessment companies make that their assessment, "is all you need!" Run from that kind of thinking. It is myopic and can be more harmful than helpful.

True data driven cultures use multi-dimensional assessments that provide real value, clarity, insight, and ROI.

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This is a short series on gaining clarity and insights to make better decisions. The focus is on people and their critical impact on strategic outcomes.

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This is a short series on gaining clarity and insights to make better decisions. The focus is on people and their critical impact on strategic outcomes.

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What happens when you combine multiple insights (and sciences) into one assessment? If done right, you get an assessment that is the most predictive of success than anything else available. That assessment is here!!

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Welcome to episode 100!!

This is a very special episode on mindsets and how they can be measured and developed.

Thank you for listening and making this possible!

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Ever have those days when you just can't seem to find enough energy to finish strong? We all have those days...but some people less than others. What is the difference? Where you go to find motivation and energy.

Intrinsic (internal) motivation is a resource you can grow in yourself, It is the one source of motivation and energy you can count on!

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Does everybody build trust the same way? NO. Everyone has a trust style...the way they prefer to build trust. The more you know your trust style and that of other people, the faster and more efficiently you can build trust.

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Change is constant...and the pace of change is accelerating. How can we embrace change without adding to our stress level? Learn how to navigate change through a leadership lens.

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If you are a parent, grandparent, teacher, team member, leader, salesperson, or friend, then you are a salesperson! Sales is really about influence. There are so many parts of our life where influence is important. Gain insight into how to enhance influence with anyone.

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How would you know? You might sense that things are not what they should be, or see behavior or decisions that are not healthy but how would you measure the health of your organization. Measure what matters by finding a great organizational survey/assessment. What makes one great? Listen and find out.

Ever wonder how teams of lesser talent triumph over teams with greater talent? The secret is embedded within the make up of the team itself.

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Every leader has a choice...do I listen to what people think of my leadership or not. Listening seems to be a declining skill in today's busy world. One great way to listen is to ask people how you are showing up as a leader for them. But people might be hesitant to give direct feedback, so what do you do?

Enter the Leadership 360 assessment! A great way for people to share their experience of your leadership...and a great mirror to se what others see!

What a question, right?! It depends on how you define competency.

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What a question, right?! It depends on how you define competency.

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IQ used to be though of as the most important measure to predict success. Now we know different!

Explore the many different types of intelligences and find out what kind of smart you are!

I getr this question a lot! Does personality matter in my personal development? Does it matter in who we hire? Does it matter in how we build teams? Does it matter in creating success pathways for people?

YES...YES...YES!

Want to know the secret to great soft skills? It's EQ. Measure what matters...take an EQ assessment and start your journey to a more successful and satisfying life!

Ever wonder if there were a set of vital signs to measure how healthy and vital a leader, team, or organization is? There is! It is called the Vital Signs assessments by Six Seconds. Even better, these tools provide actionable data, data that you can truly do something with.

Go to our YouTube channel for an in depth video where I walk you through a Team Vital Signs report. You will be amazed at what you can measure! Here is the link to the video:

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We all have blind spots. We all have a facade (things we hide from others). Both of those things stand in the way of unleashing our untapped potential. We need clarity. That is the role of assessments. Assessments provide for ourselves a mirror to see clearly inside and for others, a magnifying glass to see what's behind the mask. Assessments are a path to clarity and deeper insights...and to predicting success.

Ever wish you could know how it would be like to work with someone for a year...BEFORE you hire them?!

Actually, you can. Explore what a well designed pre-hire assessment package can do for you and you organization when hiring talent.

Get behind the candidate mask and find out how they are going to show up in the workplace, before you invest in hiring them.

How do you make important decisions? You start by gathering the best information you can, right?

When it comes to important decisions about people, there are many tools you can use to build the best "mirror" (or crystal ball) possible. To see what's inside, we need to get past blind spots and the facade presented, and gain the best insight possible.

Real ROI comes when you make your best decisions. Better data - Better decisions!

Assess - Don't Guess!

Are you drifting without a clear purpose? Purpose gives us a compass to guide us and help us maintain movement in the direction we want to go.

Explore how to define or refine your overarching purpose for your life.

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Want to become adept at the skill of empathy? Why? To enhance every part of your life!

We live in a world where connection and relationships are more important than ever before...and it is more challenging than ever before to do these well.

Empathy is the key. It is the ability to understand others feelings, perceptions, and the reality they operate in.

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What is optimism? Is it just a feeling? Or is it something more?

Optimism is much more than just a feeling. It is a skill of EQ (emotional intelligence) and it is a practice that can help you be more successful, satisfied, and impactful.

Explore how you can practically apply optimism in your life and work for better outcomes.

Ever wonder where motivation comes from? Probably not where you think.

You have an internal battery. How much energy it holds and how well you recharge it are up to you. Learn how to get the most out of your internal battery.

When you have strong emotions, there is a burst of emotional energy that is generated. This energy will go somewhere. What you do with that energy will make the difference in your outcomes.

Will you allow your emotions to control you...or will you be more intentional and make choices that have better results?

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When you have an important decision to make, having strength in consequential thinking as a skill provides real value. Understanding the consequences of your decisions and actions BEFORE you make or take them is a path to better outcomes. The choice is yours.

Ever find yourself reliving the same conversation, or situation?

Patterns. We all have them. Some help us, some hinder us. How aware of your patterns are you? Do you have patterns you would like to change?

That is what this episode is about. Take control of your patterns. Make them work for you, not against you.

Crazy, right?!

We have the ability to feel 34,000 different emotions. Hopefully not all at the same time.

"Name it and tame it." The more we can identify what we are feeling and how it impacts us, the more we will be able to navigate the emotions and get better outcomes.

Listen in on how this works.

Do words matter? Does understanding who you are communicating to matter? The answer to both of these questions is YES!

Take a deep dive into how to communicate more effectively to get the results you want and need.

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Ever have a behavior you wanted to change in yourself...or in someone else? It was not easy was it.

Behavior change, like any change, can trigger resistance. In ourselves, in others. Getting past that resistance requires the ability to navigate the emotional environment that change creates.

Explore EQ skills that will help you make the changes you desire. In yourself and in others.

Have you ever wondered why some relationships are easy and others are more difficult?

EQ in relationships is a path to building better and more rewarding relationships. Join us on this episode where we explore EQ skills for relationship building.

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Ever struggled with making decisions? What gets in the way? The vast majority of the time the roadblock is based in emotions. Yes, sometimes you may not have enough facts or details, but you could still make a decision, right? You just don't "feel good" about making that decision yet.

Making our best decisions comes when we have the right balance between the rational and emotional in our brains.

Listen to find out some practical ways to find the right balance so you can make your best decisions.

Self-direction is the last of the three main categories of EQ (emotional intelligence).

Self-direction combines empathy and purpose to forge a compass that keeps you on the path you desire. Learn more about how this works in this episode.

Our survey points to Self-management as being the area the majority of survey participants want to enhance in their lives.

Self-management is the skill set of being more intentional with choices to get better results and outcomes.

Explore the 4 specific skills/competencies within the Self-management area. Find practical ways to be more intentional more often.

How self-aware are you?

Most people say they are very self-aware. But we don't know what we don't know. Have you ever stopped and reflected on your blindspots and how those are impacting your life? How do you reflect on a blindspot? Get feedback. Feedback is a gift.

What are you hiding behind a facade? How much energy and focus does it take to do that? What would it feel like to be free of some of those things?

Self-awareness is a journey...a path to a better you!

How much "emotional load" are you carrying?

How well do you navigate emotions, yours and others?

To succeed and attain satisfaction, in life and work, we need to free up as much of our time, energy, focus, and effort as possible. Having a heavy emotional load drains these critical internal resources.

Learn how to be more self-aware, self-managing, and self-directing so that you can achieve more of what you desire.

This is the fifth and final episode in the 5-part series on recession proofing your organization.

We have explored:

The power of people and opportunity
Assessing to gain good insights
Equipping people for whatever comes next
Aligning everything

Now we put all of that good work into action!

A-C-T-I-O-N...a proven method for becoming action oriented and action activated.

Listen for the tools in this episode that will make alignment easier.

Resources, time, energy, focus, effort will never have optimal impact unless they are aligned. Start with a clear Success Pathway (a plan to achieve success with clear goals and expectations), then align people, processes, policies, resources...and everthing else you can to accelerate achieving success.

Opportunity is everywhere. Don't miss it because of distractions. Don't let emotional triggers derail you.

Recession Proofing part 3 - Building a recession resistant Success Pathway brings action to the assessments you have done.

Now that you have good data, it is time to make a plan and prepare your people, teams, and organization to reach their goals.

The more clarity and focus you can bring to action that generates value, the more you and your team can focus on what is important, and not get derailed.

If you want to prepare your organization, team, or yourself for a potential recession, where do you start? Start with getting good data and insights into the critical elements that impact getting results and achieving success.

Part 2 of this series on "Recession Proofing Your Organization" focuses on what to assess, how to assess those important facets, and then what to do with your assessment results.

This is the first episode in a 5 part series - "Recession Proofing Your Organization".

Will there be a recession this year? Maybe and maybe not. But a recession is coming sometime in the future.

Whether we call it a recession, an economic downturn, or just a volatile economy, the ideas, tools, and initiatives discussed in these episodes will provide real value through practical actions you can take right now to equip your people, teams, and organizations to prosper.

Ever wonder how you could make better decisions more often?

It starts with understanding how your brain makes decisions. Then create ways to ensure you make better decisions.

Rational + Emotional = Best Decisions

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As complexity increases in our world, selling becomes more challenging.

Ever wonder if there is a science to selling, there is! Learn the secrets of top salespeople who succeed year after year no matter the complexity.

Do you think of a leader as someone who stands alone? Has it all figured out? Is totally self-sufficient?

If you have ever been a leader, you know these are myths. Leaders need support as much or more than anyone. They are asked to navigate complexity and uncertainty and bring success.

Whether it is you or someone you know, learn the key steps to support leaders so they can perform at their very best!

When we find ourselves in turbulent times, where uncertainty is overshadowing clarity, how do we prepare for the unknown?

It starts with making your very best decisions. Then focus on what you can control.

Preparing & equipping yourself (and your people) will provide significant ROI no matter what comes your way.

Where does the energy needed to drive team performance come from? How do you define a healthy and vital team?

Learn how to focus in on the key elements in generating vitality in a team environment.

Ever wonder what makes a team become a high performing team?

Take a look inside a high performing team and find the 5 C's, the building blocks of the team environment. Getting these right lifts teams to be their best!

Have you noticed that leading remote and hybrid teams is different from in office teams?

The challenges and complexity of leading teams has multiplied.

Learn secrets of leading remote and hybrid teams to success!

Leading a team to success in today's workplace has more challenges than ever before. The complexity has increased dramatically! Where should leaders focus their efforts? On the 5 proven drivers of team success.

Leading a team to success in today's workplace has more challenges than ever before. The complexity has increased dramatically! Where should leaders focus their efforts? On the 5 proven drivers of team success.

Quiet quitting is a real thing...and it is adding to the stress and complexity of the workplace. When people choose to "do the minimum to get by", whether in an effort to find something else, or in an attempt to find satisfaction in other areas, it is still disengagement. In this episode, learn what is "behind the mask" of those who are quiet quitting. Then look at ways to change this dynamic.

Just over 60% of organizations attempt to create a strategic plan. Of those, just over 40% actually implement them. WHY? Strategic planning has so many potential pitfalls...but we still need to do it. What if there was an easier way to create and implement a strategic plan. There is!! Find out more in this episode.

Have you ever wondered how to take information (data) and turn it into effective action steps? Focus on gathering good data that is actionable data...then turn it into specific action steps that will truly move the needle.

Most people do their strategic planning looking at the past and the future. But what about the present!? Assessing where you are today, assessing your people, is a critical advantage when planning for the future. What can you count on? Where are the gaps? What is needed to prepare for what comes next?

These are important questions to answer before you move into your planning process.

Most people do their strategic planning looking at the past and the future. But what about the present!? Assessing where you are today, assessing your people, is a critical advantage when planning for the future. What can you count on? Where are the gaps? What is needed to prepare for what comes next?

These are important questions to answer before you move into your planning process.

When you think of success, do you think of it as a destination or a journey? As we enter into the last quarter of the year, it is usually the time for strategic planning. Strategic goals are important. Creating a pathway to achieve those goals is critical. A Success Pathway is more than getting to the destination. It is the roadmap, the stops along the way, the preparations that need to be made to reach that destination.

Did you know that influence is created by doing two things? Connection + Trust = Influence Building authentic connection and trust with people will increase the influence you have with them. Learn more in this episode on exactly how to do that.

Did you know that influence is created by doing two things? Connection + Trust = Influence Building authentic connection and trust with people will increase the influence you have with them. Learn more in this episode on exactly how to do that.

If you could read the mind of your customer or prospect, do you think you might have greater success in selling to them? Absolutely! While we are not mind readers, we can use science to identify what is driving a buyer. How will they make their buying decision? What is important and urgent to them? These questions are answered in this episode.

If you could read the mind of your customer or prospect, do you think you might have greater success in selling to them? Absolutely! While we are not mind readers, we can use science to identify what is driving a buyer. How will they make their buying decision? What is important and urgent to them? These questions are answered in this episode.

There are so many different measures that could be used in tracking sales success. But are you measuring what truly matters. "What gets measured is what gets done." Putting the right measures in place will increase sales success. Find out what those are in this episode.

Ever wonder what it would be like to get into the mind of a buyer and know what was important to them in making their buying decision? You can! ESP is not extra sensory perception in this context, but it may seem like that. Think, "emotional sensory perception." People buy on emotion and rationalize with logic. Learn how to identify the emotional drivers that will close more sales faster.

The best way to recap the last 6 weeks focus on the 6 trends of high performing teams is to share a true story that exhibits these. The story may not be what you think...

The human brain is a unique and wonderful thing. We have many different types of intelligence: IQ, EQ, AQ, TQ. When we try to separate these and not allow them to work together we diminish our ability to function at our highest levels. However, we need to find the right balance. Emotions suppressed will eventually come out in ways we do not intend. Emotions displayed openly and constantly can create drama and distraction. So what is the right balance...find out in this episode.

Ever wonder how a leader truly impacts team performance? We know how that works...and it is a huge advantage if leaders know this. Listen to how a leader can best enhance team performance: 5 drivers of success 4 outcomes

Specific ways to measure each of these. There is a formula for leaders to lead their teams to become high performing teams. Discover that in this episode.

Teams that take the time to reflect and celebrate are 25x more likely to have long-term success. 25 times!!! Reflection provides an opportunity to learn, innovate, realign, create...and so much more. Celebrating locks in the learning and generates energy and motivation to face the next set of challenges. This is one of the 6 trends of high performing teams.

Team Vitality Report 2022 (Six Seconds) - Trust predicts 72.53% of outcomes. In plain English, Trust is the single most important predictor of success in teams. If you want higher team performance, greater trust levels lead to greater outcomes. Did you know you can actually measure the trust score in a team? You can. Find out more by listening to this episode.

Did you know that joyful teams, teams that experience enjoymrnt in their work and have fun at work, are 10 times more likely to be high achieving? Joy does not come out of things, like ping pong tables or fun rooms in the workplace, it is an emotion. Emotions like joy are generated through experience and culture and collaboration. Explore ways to bring more joy to your team.

In today's changing world and workplace, finding good information on what the trends are in high performance is like finding gold. That is what this episode introduces. For the next 6 episodes we will focus on these 6 trends, starting with - High performing teams find a way to rally no matter the challenge.

What would "legendary productivity" look like to you? What would it do for you, your team, your organization? Ever wonder why a few select organizations are so amazing at attaining high levels of productivity? Levels far above their industry norms. That is what we will explore in this episode.

Agility is the ability to take advantage of opportunity with speed and efficiency! Leadership capacity determines organizational success. The more leadership bandwidth available, the greater the competitive advantage. The secret to leadership success...ALWAYS keep learning and growing.

Selling is not what it use to be...but actually, it is. The sales arena has seen constant change over the last several years, but selling is, and will always be, 2 or more people interacting. Both with needs, both with hopes, and both with emotional drivers. If you want to elevate sales success, no matter the sales techniques or processes you use, then learn how to leverage brain science to accelerate and increase sales success.

This episode dives deep into what we call talent matching. The level of your talent will always determine the level of your success. This applies to bringing in new talent, but it also applies to developing internal talent.

Many people succeed sometimes. But what if you wanted success to be consistent. Something you can achieve over and over. You can! When you have a success pathway that is clear and a defined set of actions to reach your goals.

How do you turn goals into reality? Alignment - getting all heads in the game. How do the best teams win? By having a clear understanding of their individual roles, how those impact results, and then practicing accountability to themselves, their team, and their goals.

Equip. To make ready. To prepare. To learn new skills. To grow. Equip is the second step in our process. After assessing what is true, we then empower people, teams, and organizations to prosper through a customized equipping process. You only have the resources you need to meet the next challenge or take advantage of the next opportunity that you have prepared ahead of the need. That is the essence of what equipping is and does.

How do you gain clarity. You assess. What is the current reality? What are the gap areas? What more is needed? How to do more with what you have? How will an individual work out in a new role? What does the team need to be more effective and productive? How can we enhance leadership? These are all questions that can be answered through some form of assessing. Measure what matters...then do something great!

Patterns. Do you know the patterns that impact the way you make decisions or take actions? When was the last time you assessed your patterns? Are they helping or hurting? Do you know how to change them if you want to? That is what we will explore.

A liberating structure is an intentionally designed structure that frees up time, energy, and focus for more valuable efforts. What are the things that constantly create frustration for you, your team, your organization. Those are prime areas to consider creating a liberating structure. Invest in liberating structures today for better outcomes tomorrow.

The new workplace includes remote employees. The challenge, how do we lead and manage them well. Many of the old connection points are gone, replaced by email, text, phone, virtual meetings. But how effective are these? Trust building is more difficult. Here is what we know: Connection + Trust = Influence. Being more intentional in connecting and building trust is critical to leading and managing remote workers well.

Uncertainty, change, stress, remote work...all of these are adding to the burden people are carrying today. What can be done? EQuip for success. The internal resources you have to meet the next challenge, manage the next crisis, or take advantage of the next opportunity, are only those resources you have built up to that point.

Mindset. So much talk about it, so little understanding. We all have a certain mindset but is it the right mindset? Mindset is not something you wish for. It is something you can intentionally change if you understand what mindset is and are willing to put in the effort. Mindset is a choice. The EQFIT® mindset enhances agility, resilience, focus, energy, motivation, and other internal resources. What is the outcome of an EQFIT® mindset...living your best life!

Accountability is a powerful practice if we know what it is and how to use it well. Organizations and teams that practice accountability consistently have a competitive advantage, have higher engagement levels, are more productive, have higher customer satisfaction ratings, and have a culture that is more satisfying and attracts top talent. We just released our online course, "Cultivating Accountability - A Path to Sustainable Success". We also have an eBook by the same title. If you are interested, check us out at: www.eqfit.org

Peace is an emotion that we desire but do not often experience. Why? Because we tend to allow other things to take the place of peace. Our brains lean toward worry, concern, and trying to get clarity out of uncertainty. The truth...there are very few areas of life that we have complete control over. Striving all the harder to gain control only feeds the cycle of worry. Peace is a choice. Listen to this episode to find practices that will bring you more peace. www.eqfit.org

Trust is foundational to getting things done. Trust is also an emotion...and a very important one. Whether you are a leader, salesperson, an owner, or an individual contributor, trust is the currency needed to move things forward. Learn the Trust Equation and how to use it to build trust faster and better.

When was the last time you stopped and took inventory of your "self-talk"? Self-talk comes out of what you believe about yourself and your place in the world and the rules you create to live by. From these, your self-talk is generated. Is your self-talk empowering or limiting? Maybe a little of both depending on the situation? Neuroscience and psychology show us the importance and power that self-talk has in our lives. Like most things in life...you have a choice. What self-talk will you allow to "live" in your head??

Do you know where confidence comes from? How to increase your confidence level? This episode is focused on the 5 secrets of increasing confidence. Confidence is an emotion that comes from a mindset. The more you prepare your mindset, the more confident you can become. Lack of confidence is limiting...but that comes from allowing certain emotions to reside in your mindset. Fear, anxiety, uncertainty...these are the enemy of confidence. Courage, optimism, and hope are allies of confidence. Mindset is a choice. Choices determine the outcomes.

Learner vs. Fixed mindset. Does it make a difference? Well, if being able to embrace change, adapt, grow, develop new skills, new achievements, and reach your optimal success is important to you...then a learner mindset is the path to get there. Learning is fuel for the brain to create, innovate, grow and develop. In our rapidly changing world, learning is the key to turning challenge into opportunity. Which would you prefer?

Engagement...we hear this all the time in organizations. Tens of millions of dollars are spent each year in climate surveys to measure employee engagement. BUT...most of those surveys have no true methodology to impact the measure positively. They are simply measures. We will explore what engagement truly is and how to integrate steps to increase it in the workplace. These practical steps can be done in any organization...all that is required is some time, focus and energy...and some good planning.

DISCLAIMER: The information in this episode is not intended as medical or mental health advice or counsel. If you or someone you know is experiencing burnout, seek professional mental health or medical help immediately. Burnout is real. It is an overload of emotional burdens that can manifest in feeling defeated, not effective, or simply out of energy to deal with life and work. This is a serious problem with very serious potential consequences.

Understanding what burnout is and being able to identify it provides options. The better we can understand this, the better we can move in more productive directions.

In today's reality, people have immediate access to the Internet, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram...and other online platforms. In this environment, traditional learning and development methods fall short of expectations. Why? Because they do not engage the whole brain. Whole brain learning engages the brain in as many ways as possible...bringing life to the learning. Along with this are activities and exercises that allow you to immediately try out the new learning and skill development.

This is a proven method for learning in more effective and sustainable ways.

Freedom, flexibility, remote work, a sense of belonging, impacting the world in a significant way, work the job you want from where you want to live. These are becoming the value drivers in the employment marketplace. Sure, compensation and benefits are still important, but they are becoming a commodity, not a differentiator. The employers that will win will be those who create an employer brand that is attractive...that take into consideration these emotional drivers and find ways to be flexible and innovative. We will explore the current reality that people are living and working in. The stress levels, the emotional load, the gap areas that have been created due to the massive shift in the workplace. Real solutions will be provided...practical and effective solutions.

Join us as we dive into the deep end of the pool of the changing workplace, value exchange with talent, and innovative solutions that will create a competitive advantage through people.

Accountability. Such a frequently used word and value, but how well is it understood? Where does accountability come from? Why do some people have high levels of accountability and others do not? Can you increase accountability in yourself, your team, and your organization? These are some of the questions we will answer in this episode. But there is more...we will list the elements of accountability and the foundations of accountability. We will explore practical ways to grow accountability in people, teams, and organizations. Accountability is not a destination...it is a journey, a practice. Learn some ways to effectively begin this journey leveraging brain science to get your best outcomes.

I know what is driving the great resignation...and I will share that secret with you! Why have over 15 million people resigned their jobs since April of last year? Because the value exchange equation has changed. What do I mean by that? People use to give a portion of their time for an amount of money and some benefits. That is still true in a way...but something else is going on. Fast forward to today. People want more. Satisfaction, freedom, flexibility, affinity, empathy, and other similar feelings. Notice I used the word feelings. The Great Resignation is being driven by uncertainty and longing. Longing for something better, something more...even though many people could not define what that is. This could be a crisis...or...it could be an opportunity. Which will it be for you?

Patterns. We all have them...but do we recognize them and their likely outcomes. Are the outcomes of your patterns roadblocks or rewards? Can you recognize patterns in others? If you could, how might that help you in relating with them? If you stop to think about the patterns you have developed in your life...which most of us do not do often enough...you may find some that are roadblocks...and some that reward you and your efforts. What is the difference? Being intentional about which you choose to continue and which you choose to change. In essence...leading yourself better for better outcomes. This episode will focus on how our brains utilize patterns we have already developed and how we can effectively change patterns that detract from our success and satisfaction in life and in work.

Ever heard the phrase, "The only thing constant in life is change?" Well...I believe that something that is certain in life is uncertainty. That is our topic in this episode...Uncertainty, and the impact it has on us. The pace of change is rapidly increasing. The amount of input and information we get every day is about the same amount of input that our grandparents got in 365 days! How can we possibly make sense of everything coming at us? First, by understanding a few truths: We cannot control everything - but we can control what we take in (the input load per day) and the choices we make. Uncertainty is something everyone deals with...but some people deal with it better than others...why? (we will explore this) Uncertainty generates a variety of emotions. These emotional drivers can either help us or hinder us. Fear, anxiety, and worry about something that is uncertain usually starts with projecting ourselves into the future and seeing negative results. How can we change that?

A method for working through uncertainty, and the emotional drivers it generates, is a critical success factor in our lives, our work, and our relationships. We will look at specific ways to create a framework that will help in navigating the storm of uncertainty.

Ever wonder what it would be like if you made the rules? Guess what...you do!! Not in everything, but you make the rules that you live by.

Today we will explore a very profound truth...what you believe to be true about yourself and your place in the world impacts the rules you create to live your life. From those come your self-talk. The question is...is your self-talk helping you or holding you back?

I want to give full credit to Daphne Bernicker, who has done deep work in the area of motivation and emotional intelligence. This is truly ground breaking work that takes a giant step forward in our understanding of how motivation works in the human brain. Daphne, a good friend and colleague, has even created an assessment called the EQPlus® Motivation profile.

We will explore this and look at a method for applying this in our lives. We do not have to guess anymore at what is motivating someone. We can help ourselves and others create a framework to understand and then benefit from increasing our motivation.

Hot Cognition - "when emotions impact reasoning" APA Dictionary of Psychology.

If I told you there were 4 simple steps to sell more effectively...or lead others more successfully...would you listen? That is what we will explore today.

People have emotions. Emotions impact our thinking, our decision making, and our behavior. Understanding how this happens allows us to better understand other people's decisions and behavior...even when they are out of the ordinary.

Hot Cognition is a moment when the whole brain lights up...when emotions and reasoning come together. They key to these powerful moments is to navigate them for the best outcomes. Not allow our emotions to rule us...but use the energy and power they add for more strategic outcomes.

Hot Cognition can also be a powerful process when influencing others. Whether you are a leader, a salesperson, or a business owner...understanding how the brain works (the neuroscience at work) and the way to ignite moments of Hot Cognition can accelerate your success and create powerful and long lasting connections where trust is built more rapidly and the outcome is significantly greater influence.

Can you be a good manager and not be a good leader? How does leadership differ from management? What is the right combination of the two?

These questions and more will be explored in this episode. Organizations can only be healthy if there is a good mix of both leadership and management. Many organizations have a fuzzy definition of what these two critical skill sets are and the impact they have.

Add to that the fact that people are driven by emotions. Both management and leadership efforts will have greater success when emotional intelligence is applied.

Great leaders tend to have higher EQ levels...research supports this. A large percentage of success factors for managers are directly related to EQ levels...the higher the EQ, the better the outcomes.

THE most important skill set to develop in 2022 (and beyond) is emotional intelligence!

I lost my oldest son on New Year's day. That holiday will never again mean what it use to mean to me. Now, it will be a reminder of endings...when before it had been a reminder of new beginnings.

Loss and Grief - our focus for this episode. We are in one of those moments in history when the entire world is sharing similar feelings of grief coming from loss. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, loss of a job, loss of a relationship, divorce, loss of freedom, or loss of security and safety...our entire world is experiencing loss of some type at the same time.

Loss and grief are complex. There is no one right way to grieve a loss. People need time to deal with loss and grief but how much time could be very different for different people.

In this episode we will explore how loss and grief impacts every facet of life. We will look at the strong emotions generated, the way those emotions wash over us in waves, and how these strong emotions can lead to diminished cognitive functioning, changes in behavior, and performance gaps...and how our quality of life, well being, and sense of belonging can be impacted.

There is hope. People dealing with loss and grief can choose to enter a healing journey. That journey will look different for different people...because we are unique in who we are and how we work through our loss and grief. Loss and grief are a part of life...but they do not have to define who we are.

The pathway you choose is up to you. We hope it is a healing journey.

IMPORTANT: This episode is not intended to provide mental health advice or other medical advice. If you or a loved one are struggling with loss and grief...seek help. Reach out to support groups in your church or community or seek help from mental health professionals.

It seems like there are few things we can control in life. The reality...we can control some of the most important factors that impact our lives. We control how we choose to respond and act, we control what we do with the energy and information that comes from our emotions, we control our decisions, and we control how we approach circumstances and people.

To be our best self and live our most satisfying life, it requires a specific skill set and approach...what I call the EQFIT® approach. A combination of skills and mindset that build our internal resources and prepare us for what comes next.

The EQFIT® approach is building a mindset that enhances: Mental agility Resilience Decision making Influence Leadership Well being Quality of life

Have you ever admired someone for their ability to navigate challenging situations, overcome difficult circumstances, persevere in the face of massive resistance, rapidly take advantage of opportunities?

The ability to achieve these starts on the inside...and all of us have the ability to build the mindset that will help us win in life and in work.

Join me as we explore the building blocks of an EQFIT® mindset...starting with self-awareness, self-management, and self-direction.

The benefits of building an EQFIT® mindset: A relaxed confidence Greater clarity Ability to navigate emotions in self and others Enhanced focus Optimal decision making More optimistic approach Greater intrinsic motivation More satisfaction Accelerated success

So...what is this EQFIT® thing? That is what we explore in this episode. First, we start with the brain science behind the EQFIT® tools and methods. Then we get into a specific application of EQFIT®... accelerating sales success.

What if a salesperson understood their emotional drivers? What if they understood the emotional drivers of the buyer...the patterns a specific buyer uses to make decisions...how to best engage with different types of buyers? What is possible for a salesperson who is adept at navigating their own emotions...as well as the emotions of their buyers? Put simply...better results, shortened sales cycles, greater margins, and increased lifetime value of the customer/client.

Sales success is determined by an equation: Connection + Trust = Influence. This is the EQFIT® approach for sales. If the human elements involved in the sales process are well managed and given the consideration and focus they deserve, then the sales effort is enhanced. If not...well, sales success is much more difficult to achieve.

Many will say that having the right sales techniques are all that is needed for sales success. While some success may be achieved by a well honed set of sales techniques...the reality is that techniques are simply a method to apply Influence. But what if you don't have much Influence to apply with the buyer? Even the best techniques will fall short of optimal results if Connection and Trust are absent.

Add to this the current state of the buyer-seller dynamic. After more than 18 months of pandemic, shutdowns, lack of travel capabilities, a move to a virtual environment where remote work is accepted and practiced...people are craving authentic human connection. Those salespeople who can achieve this will thrive in the new marketplace...those who cannot, will continue to apply old models and methods and experience diminishing success.

In this episode, we explore how to sell successfully in the new marketplace, how to understand and utilize brain science to accelerate sales success, and how salespeople can better prepare themselves with the most critical tools to achieve the success they desire.

EQFIT® for sales is the pathway to create a more agile, resilient, focused, and prepared salesperson and sales organization.

Stress. It is everywhere. The Recent Gallup survey says 57% of North American workers have "a lot" of stress every day. The newly released Six Seconds "State of the Heart" research points to 3 areas being negatively impacted by rising stress...Collaboration, Risk Tolerance, and Imagination...they very things needed to thrive in a changing environment. (More on the Six Seconds ground breaking SOH research in future episodes). How do you measure stress in your life and workplace? Do you have a healthy way to relieve stress? How does stress impact cognitive abilities? What happens if stress builds up too long? What are the long term implications of unresolved stress in the workplace?

All of these important questions will be explored in this episode.

In an ever changing environment where uncertainty is common, equipping yourself and others with skills that will create more resilience, more agility, and a greater ability to navigate emotions is critical to future success.

Join us on this journey to become better equipped and better prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

The "Virtual Workplace" has become the new normal. Will it stay? Will there be some type of hybrid workplace? How can you embrace this change and move forward? This episode looks into the virtual workplace from a variety of perspectives: How to embrace and navigate this changing environment What are some key decisions that need to be made How to lead people well in a virtual or remote work environment How to succeed at virtual selling Motivation, engagement, agility...how are these impacted and how can they be cultivated in the virtual environment

Embracing change is a choice. Embracing the RIGHT change leads to success.

Agility is the ability to take advantage of opportunity with speed and efficiency - Steve Goodner

Gallup has just released it's, "State of the Global Workplace 2021" survey. There are some eye opening findings...and some real concerns for the health of every organization. Organizational health starts with the health and focus of the mind of each individual. The level of emotional burden will determine the amount of energy available to go into the work effort. The higher the burden...the less energy available for the work effort. This is CRITICAL insight for those who desire a healthy and vital organization. Explore the challenge and the common sense solutions provided in this episode.

Ever wish people would leave the emotions at home? Reality check...it does not work that way...and we are better because of that. Emotions are the driving force behind decision making and behavior. The better we understand them, what they mean, and how to navigate them for optimal outcomes...the more successful we will be and the healthier our organization will be. Emotional intelligence is the most impactful opportunity for development for you and your people. If you want real ROI...invest in becoming an emotionally intelligent organization!

Hiring is one of the most impactful events for any organization...but will the impact be the desired outcome? Every hiring event is an opportunity to move your organization forward...or backward. After 30 years of refining a hiring process to find the "right fit"...not just a good fit or best fit, I will share with you some of the learnings and secrets to optimal hiring success.

In this episode, we begin the journey to understanding the elements and practices needed to build healthy organizations. Culture, values, change management, hiring right, leadership, and development are all critical to achieving optimal organizational health.