Ever wondered why some leaders seem to effortlessly command respect while others struggle to make an impact? The secret often lies in self-awareness - the foundation of all emotional intelligence. In this first episode of our summer mini-series, we explore why most leaders think they're self-aware (spoiler: they're usually not) and share practical strategies to genuinely understand your triggers, strengths, and impact on others.
Whether you're finding yourself repeating the same patterns in difficult conversations or wondering why your messages aren't landing as intended, this episode will give you the tools to start building genuine self-awareness that accelerates your leadership effectiveness.
Key points from this episode
00:00 Introduction to our EQ Essentials summer series
01:00 What self-awareness really means for leaders
02:00 Pam's personal journey of analysing triggers and building self-awareness
05:00 The coffee vs tea leadership barometer story
06:00 What happens when leaders lack self-awareness
08:00 How poor self-awareness limits your leadership impact
10:00 Two main barriers to developing self-awareness
13:00 Simple strategies: intentional reflection after meetings
14:00 Using emotions as signals for development
16:00 Why positive emotions matter just as much as negative ones
17:00 The power of specific feedback and the "giggle" story
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