Ethan Allen Global, Inc.’s Post

Powerful message and worth listening to..........

It is with such profound understanding of the current changed society that one opt to follow the path of cruelty but in the best way of serving it is good to have great self awareness and confidence to run the race of life and not letting the "idiots" Make wrong moves for you. Well said down here;

2024 objective : improve my Idiot Detection System 😊 Inspiring speech… Leaders, let this be your guiding principle: Show kindness to your peers, colleagues, and everyone you encounter. Your compassion and understanding can inspire others and foster a positive environment.

We live in a world where the concept of intelligence is often misconstrued. Intelligence is not solely defined by academic achievements, verbal eloquence, or an extensive knowledge of facts and figures. Instead, it transcends these narrow boundaries, embracing emotional intelligence, empathy, critical thinking, and humility. "The kindest person in the room is often the smartest", this might seem counterintuitive, given the prevailing notion that intelligence is strictly associated with IQ, accomplishments, or the ability to dominate discussions. But consider this: kindness requires profound emotional intelligence. It necessitates an understanding of others, empathy to comprehend their struggles, and the humility to approach situations with an open heart and mind. It demands the ability to listen, not just to hear, but to genuinely understand. The truly intelligent individuals are those who harness these qualities in their daily interactions. Conversely, those who boast loudly, belittle others to elevate themselves or consistently seek attention might catch our immediate attention. Yet, this behavior often conceals insecurities or a lack of genuine confidence in their own intelligence. So, how can we spot an "idiot" in a room, using this alternate perspective? Firstly, look for those who lift others up rather than push them down. The person who offers encouragement listens actively, and supports their peers often holds a deeper understanding of the human experience.

Empathy drove everything in my teaching career. The lessons, content (yes, you can teach empathy in content courses), teaching strategies and techniques, and even room setup. Empathy needs to be the foundation of our education system, relationships and our personal development. Without it, there is no growth.

Emotional intelligence is now the number 1 requirement for leaders... create a good ground to seed success.

Relevant in so many walks of life.

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Love this, and knowing Jeri, I'll bet she learned at least 3-4 things that will improve Cengage's offerings. Here at Pragmatic Institute, when we train product managers for other companies, we focus extensively on what we call NIHITO (Nothing Important Happens In The Office). Its a borderline mandate that product managers get out into the market and listen directly to customers for met and unmet needs. That a Chief People Officer is practicing NIHITO speaks to Cengage's customer focus. Way to go!