TalentSmartEQ

I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Mastering Emotional Intelligence Level 1 from TalentSmartEQ!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗘𝗤)? I'm certainly interested in your thoughts and I hope you tell me in the comments below. However, since I have the keyboard, I'll tell you what I think? People don't believe they can change...SNAP! 🫣 "That's just the way I am," is the phrase that comes to mind. BullSh#t Leaders! You can CHOOSE to change, if you want. I've spent many years teaching emotional intelligence courses to thousands of members of the Air Force when I was a Vice Commander and Wing Commander of an Air Force Base, and I continue to teach this essential skill to government employees, corporate leaders, non-profits and academia. The #1 thing I still hear most at the beginning of classes is...."I don't think I can change the way I operate." So, what does it take? It ain't sexy....and it sure ain't complicated, leaders. ✅ 𝗜𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀.....𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘! 💪 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲...𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲...𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲! 💪 Just like anything else. You practice by applying strategies to the components of emotional intelligence you want to grow and also the areas that are considered strengths so you don't atrophy. I've seen monumental growth, personally, in the component of Self Management, an area of emotional intelligence I chose to work on. And I can tell you, others have noticed and that motivates me to practice even more. You see, EQ is a flexible skill, neuroplastic....that's fancy speak for 'your brain can grow and connect in new ways in order to operate in a different fashion.' Even when you're 70 years old. It just comes down to your choice, practice, and surrounding yourself with good accountability partners who will tell you to keep practicing or cheer you on when you're succeeding. 🚨Unlike your IQ or your personality, which are set at a very young age, you can always work on your emotional intelligence to improve your self awareness, self management, social awareness and ultimately, better manage the relationships around you. And the funny thing about EQ, when you work on these areas, you see improvements in all kinds of other areas such as: communication, stress tolerance, resilience, moodiness, openness to feedback....the list goes on an on. 👇 So, what's next? Well.... If you're a leader out there who may feel they need a Leadership Jedi ⚔️ to help guide them or their team, you now know who you can call upon. I will warn you, I may show up with a lightsaber. As a former senior leader in the United States Air Force, I can think of no other skill that was more impactful and critical to leading thousands of teammates than emotional intelligence. What are you waiting for? DM me today! 🛫 #CommandWithCourage #ElevatingOthers #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Communication #Development #Growth #EQ TalentSmartEQ Hounds Of Business Community

"Woah, you're really into this, huh?" Ever gotten that subtle dig for caring a little too much? Here’s the truth: emotion isn’t a liability—it’s a power move. Leading with empathy, passion, and yes, emotion, delivers results that data alone can’t touch. Here’s the punchline, backed by stats: ❤️ 90% of top performers have high emotional intelligence (EQ) [TalentSmartEQ]. If emotions are “unprofessional,” why are they dominating the game? 📈 85% of financial success comes from soft skills like emotional intelligence and communication, not just technical know-how [Carnegie Institute of Technology]. 🤝 Teams that feel engaged (because their leaders actually care) see 21% higher profitability [Gallup]. Turns out, caring is a profit strategy. Let’s stop acting like emotion is something to hide. Leaders who embrace it create teams that are invested, connected, and willing to go the extra mile. Here are three ways you can use emotion for better results: 1. Lead with Empathy, Not Just Authority Listening isn’t just nice—it’s powerful. When you take time to really understand others, you build trust. And trust leads to motivation. Empathetic leaders drive engagement, which boosts productivity. If you’re not connecting, you’re not leading. 2. Channel Passion into Purpose Passion is contagious. Let it show. Whether you’re running the show or part of the team, your energy sets the tone. Fired up about a project? That enthusiasm sparks creativity and resilience. 3. Turn Vulnerability into Strength Don’t be afraid to get real. Sharing challenges and showing some vulnerability makes you relatable. It humanizes leaders. Authenticity sparks deeper connections, and deeper connections lead to better outcomes. Emotion isn't a weakness. It's your greatest asset. Use it. #Leadership #EmotionalIlntelligence #SoftSkills #EmpathyWins #HumanLeadership

Made it in time yesterday to see my friend Gregory Campbell, PhD present on the power and effectiveness of emotional intelligence in law enforcement. TalentSmartEQ #IACP2024 off to a great start! #lawenforcement #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #emotionalintelligence