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The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 59: EQ Beyond the Rug: Navigating Disagreements, Empathy Traps, and Irreconcilable DifferencesIn this episode, Ismail and Sameer dive into emotional intelligence (EQ) from a realistic angle, exploring how EQ isn't always about positive outcomes. They discuss moving beyond "agree to disagree," the paradoxes of empathy, leading with people you don't get along with, and knowing when situations are irreparable. A candid conversation on using EQ for effectiveness, not just nicenessKey Takeaways:Intro and the pitfalls of "agree to disagree."Empathy paradoxes and true understanding.Professionalism in tough relationships.Recognizing irreparable situations and EQ's role in effectiveness.Feel free to send us an email...
2025-11-0516 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 58: The Greatest Leader of All TimeIn this enlightening conversation, Sheikh Dr. Yasir Qadhi shares profound insights on leadership through the lens of the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The discussion delves into the importance of emotional intelligence, resilience, humility, and sincerity in effective leadership. Sheikh Qadhi emphasizes that true leadership begins with self-mastery and the ability to connect with others through empathy and good manners. He also highlights the significance of unity in diversity and the need for leaders to prioritize the greater purpose over personal interests. The conversation concludes with Sheikh Qadhi discussing his upcoming projects and the timeless lessons...
2025-11-0153 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 57: The Power of Influence and Emotional Intelligence in LeadershipIn this insightful episode, Sameer and Ismail dive deep into the often overlooked but crucial topic of how leaders wield influence through their words, actions, and emotional intelligence. They explore the profound impact leadership communication has on team morale, job security perceptions, and overall organizational health.Key Topics Covered:The profound influence leaders have on their teams through verbal and nonverbal communication.Understanding the emotional impact of leadership words on employees’ sense of security and self-worth.The importance of matching body language with positive messaging.How to maintain consistency in emotional expression to bu...
2025-10-0126 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 56: Setting a Vision That InspiresIn this insightful episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Sameer and Ismail dive deep into the delicate balance leaders must strike between setting a firm vision and exercising emotional intelligence (EQ) to effectively lead their teams. They explore how autonomy and flexibility impact staff anxiety and performance, the importance of clear, measurable goals, and how leaders can use EQ skills to communicate vision, manage emotions, and motivate diverse team members.KEY TAKEAWAYSAllowing team members to retain control over aspects of their workday reduces anxiety and resistance. Leaders should balance autonomy with clear...
2025-09-0318 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 55: The Myth of the Perfect Leader: Embracing Vulnerability in LeadershipIn this episode, we delve into the pervasive myth that a perfect leader exists—someone who has all the answers and never makes mistakes. Our hosts, Sameer and Ismail, discuss the pressures leaders face to appear flawless and the implications of this mindset on their effectiveness and authenticity. They explore the importance of vulnerability, the impact of admitting mistakes, and how emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in leadership.KEY TAKEAWAYSPerfection is an Illusion: No leader can be perfect; striving for perfection can lead to stress and inauthenticity.Vulnerability Builds Trust: Admitting mistakes and showing vu...
2025-08-0620 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 54: Navigating New Hires: Excitement, Hesitation, or Worry?Navigating New Hires: Excitement, Hesitation, or Worry?In this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer dive into the complexities of emotional intelligence in leadership, particularly when it comes to setting boundaries and navigating workplace dynamics. They engage in a thought experiment titled "Excited, Hesitant, or Worried," where they explore various scenarios that leaders may encounter with new hires and interview candidates.From the overprepared interviewee to the unapologetic boundary setterKEY TAKEAWAYSSetting boundaries is essential for maintaining work-life balance, but the way you communicate them...
2025-07-0223 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp.53: Best and Worst EQ Moments: A Journey of Self-ReflectionBest and Worst EQ Moments: A Journey of Self-ReflectionIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer dive deep into their personal experiences with emotional intelligence (EQ). They explore their best and worst moments, sharing candid stories that highlight the importance of self-awareness and introspection in both personal and professional settings. The conversation touches on emotional hijacking, the impact of stress on relationships, and the significance of understanding others' emotions.KEY TAKEAWAYSEmotional hijacking can lead to unreasonable reactions.Self-awareness is crucial in managing emotional...
2025-06-0432 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 52: Vulnerability in Leadership: A Game-Changer for Team DynamicsIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer dive into the intriguing topic of vulnerability in the workplace, particularly within leadership roles. They explore whether vulnerability can be considered a superpower for leaders and how it impacts team dynamics, trust, and productivity.KEY POINTSHow admitting uncertainty can foster a more open and collaborative team environment.The importance of creating psychological safety where team members feel comfortable expressing confusion or uncertainty.The connection between vulnerability and building a culture of psychological safety....
2025-05-0717 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 51: Transform Your Leadership: Harnessing the Power of Social AwarenessIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer emphasize the importance of social awareness in emotional intelligence for effective leadership, offering insights and tips on developing this skill through empathy and communication. They discuss challenges faced by technically skilled individuals lacking social awareness and conclude with a call for listener engagement, guiding leaders to enhance their emotional intelligence and create supportive work environments.KEY POINTSSocial awareness is a core principle of emotional intelligence, crucial for leaders to effectively "read the room" and understand others' emotions.Reading...
2025-04-0221 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 50: AI, Emotional Intelligence, and the Future of Work A Deep DiveIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer, with guest Jeremy Williams, discuss how emotional intelligence, AI, and blockchain are transforming work. The conversation underscores the importance of emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world, focusing on empathy, creativity, and reasoning while advocating for technological adoption alongside human connection. Williams also highlights the cultural reception of emotional intelligence in Europe, particularly France, and the need for organizational adaptation for productivity and success.Overview of the "Peer Coaching for 60" program aimed at fostering collective intelligence.Importance of psychological safety in...
2025-03-0534 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 49: The Right Way to Handle Mistakes in the WorkplaceIn this episode, we discuss the importance of psychological safety, open communication, and accountability in leadership. Learn how fostering a culture of honesty can prevent small issues from becoming major crises, why some people struggle to admit mistakes, and how leaders can create an environment where transparency thrives. Why bad news should be shared early The difference between honest mistakes and performance issues How psychological safety impacts team success Vetting leadership candidates for transparencyFeel free to send us an email at info@emotionalintelligents.com and share your thoughts or visit us at h...
2025-02-0526 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 48: EQ vs. Environment- Building Resilience or Changing Your WorldIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, Ismail and Sameer explore emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace, balancing EQ skills like empathy and resilience with knowing when to leave toxic environments. They share actionable insights on setting boundaries, introspection, and values-based decision-making as tools for navigating challenges effectively.Main Topics:It’s not about being “nice” but about effectively building relationships.Emotional intelligence can help develop a repertoire of strategies for managing recurring challenges.Evaluating your tolerance and questioning whether situations are as problematic Importance of aligning boundaries such as fairness and accountabilityAcknowledging the emotional challen...
2025-01-0121 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 47: The Courage to Lead- Merging Morality and EQ in LeadershipIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence Podcast, Ismail and Sameer delve into the concept of ethical leadership, emphasizing the importance of making the right decisions even in challenging situations. They discuss how emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in ethical decision-making, the significance of moral courage, and the necessity of building a culture of ethical behavior within teams. The conversation highlights the need for accountability, psychological safety, and the impact of leaders' values on their teams.Main Topics:Ethical leadership is about making the right decisions.Emotional intelligence supports ethical decision-making.Trust is...
2024-12-0427 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 46: Strategies for Team CohesionIn this conversation, Sameer and Ismail discuss the challenges and strategies involved in integrating new employees into established teams. They explore the dynamics of eager new hires, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the need for structured feedback mechanisms to ensure a smooth transition. The discussion emphasizes the balance between encouraging new ideas and maintaining team cohesion, highlighting the significance of observation and understanding in leadership roles.Main TopicsManaging new employees requires understanding their motivations.Eager employees may disrupt established team dynamics.Structured feedback can help channel new ideas effectively.Observation is crucial for new...
2024-11-0628 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 45: Interview with Dr. Kristin Neff - Managing Burnout With Mindful Self-CompassionIn this episode, Dr. Kristin Neff discusses the importance of self-compassion, particularly in the context of burnout. She shares her personal journey and how her experiences shaped her understanding of self-compassion. The conversation explores various aspects of self-compassion, including its role in managing stress, the significance of common humanity, and the challenges faced by caregivers. Dr. Neff also introduces the concept of 'backdraft' in self-compassion, emphasizing the need for a gentle approach to healing. The episode concludes with insights on the diverse approaches to self-compassion and the importance of self-care.Main Topics...
2024-10-0243 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 44: Interview with Dr. Demartini - The Power of Priorities: Living a Purposeful LifeDr. John Demartini, a renowned human behavior expert, shares his insights on emotional intelligence and self-mastery. He emphasizes the importance of living according to our highest values and prioritizing our actions accordingly. Dr. Demartini explains that emotional intelligence is the ability to govern our emotions and see both sides of a situation objectively. He encourages individuals to ask empowering questions and challenge their interpretations of reality. By doing so, we can develop our executive function and achieve self-mastery. Dr. Demartini also discusses the role of resilience and training in mastering emotional intelligence.Main Topics...
2024-09-1831 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 43: Interview with Tim Whitmire: The Power of Community and FriendshipTim Whitmire, co-founder of F3 Nation, shares his journey and the principles behind F3. Tim talks about his work as a leadership coach, helping teams align their objectives and work together effectively. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision and mission, as well as a strong team dynamic, in order to achieve success. Tim also discusses how F3 is a national network of peer-led workouts for men that focuses on fitness, fellowship, and faith. He explains how F3 started as a small workout group and grew into a movement with thousands of participants across the US and...
2024-09-0436 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 42: The Art of Assertive Leadership: Finding the Balance Between Authority and CompassionSummaryIn this episode of the Emotional Intelligence podcast, Ismail Qadry & Sameer Aleem explore the intricate balance between asserting authority and maintaining emotional intelligence as a leader. They share personal experiences and insights into the challenges of leadership, discussing how to lead effectively without being overbearing. The importance of clear communication, the power of understanding and explaining the "why" behind tasks, and the need to set boundaries and expectations while still being empathetic and supportive. Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned leader, this episode provides valuable advice on navigating the complexities of leadership with emotional...
2024-08-2028 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 41: Interview with Jasmine Kafka— Building a Culture by Design: Empowering Professionals and TeamsJasmine Kafka, a seasoned leadership coach, shares her approach to fostering resilient and engaging cultures. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and thought leadership in empowering professionals and teams to reach their highest potential. Jasmine works with individual leaders and small teams, helping them overcome barriers, improve communication, and build collaboration. She believes in creating a culture by design rather than by default and encourages leaders to involve their teams in shaping the culture. Jasmine also highlights the significance of vulnerability, mindfulness, and authentic conversations in building a positive work culture.Key Takeaways
2024-08-0724 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 40: The Leader’s Dilemma - Support, Improve, or Move on?In Episode 40, Ismail and Sameer explore the balance that leaders need to strike between helping their team members improve and knowing when to let go. It emphasizes the importance of investing time in employee development while also being willing to make tough decisions when necessary. The conversation highlights the need for leaders to assess whether performance issues are due to a lack of skill or will, and to provide appropriate training and support. It also discusses the impact of poor performers on team morale and the importance of clear expectations and accountability. The conversation concludes by emphasizing t...
2024-07-2425 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 39: Interview with David Shechtman — Authenticide: When Being Real Becomes a Real ProblemSummaryIn Episode 39, Ismail and Sameer had the pleasure of hosting our first repeat guest on The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast, David Shechtman, a Partner at Evolution. David enlightened the audience with stories from his personal past where his personal belief in being authentic always, ended up hurting others with unintended consequences he never saw coming. From these experiences, David began to explore the concept of ‘authenticide’, a term David defines as: An ill-timed or ill-conceived act of disclosure that ends a meaningful relationship. Episode 39 will dive deep into ‘authenticide’ seeking to understand what causes it and how to avoi...
2024-07-1034 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 38: Conquering Work Anxiety— Practical Tips for SerenitySummaryIn Episode 38, Ismail and Sameer speak from the heart as they share their personal struggles with stress, anxiety as it relates to work and life. Over the years, the EQ Gents have learned how to manage through these overwhelming emotions and in some cases even used it as fuel for positive outcomes they’ve experienced along the way. This episode will explore and try to answer the following questions we all wonder, yet rarely stop to ask ourselves and explore in detail: Main Topics:What causes work stress...
2024-06-2635 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 37: Interview with Dr. Ron Stotts: Do We Love Ourselves Enough?SummaryIn Episode 37, Ismail and Sameer had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Ron Stotts and learn about his unique approach to bringing the best out of the leaders he works closely with. As a transformational guide, Ron has spent the last five decades exploring the deepest caves and soaring heights of both personal and spiritual journeys. As a former Executive VP at AT&T, Ron left with a mission to develop leaders who did not fall victim to fear-based culture which caused them to play small and limit their lives. Ron has sup...
2024-06-1223 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 36: Generational Sensitivities - Why the Younger Workforce Gets Easily Offended and How Emotional Intelligence Can HelpSummaryIn Episode 36, Ismail and Sameer take on a question many managers are asking themselves these days… “Are the younger members of our workforce more susceptible to getting their feelings hurt than generations past?” The answer is likely yes. This episode will take a deep dive into why this may be the case. And how developing our non-verbal communication and EQ skills will be the ticket to improving how messages can be better delivered and received by the Gen Z workforce. Topics Setting the stage by asking the question are our younger...
2024-05-2923 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 35: Interview with Dr. Carla Fowler - Maximizing Your Potential: Top 3 Performance Science Principles for Peak EfficiencySummaryDr. Carla Fowler, an MD PhD and executive coach, shares her background and journey into executive coaching. She discusses her interest in performance and achievement from a young age and how it led her to start her own coaching practice. Dr. Fowler defines performance science as the collection of ideas and research that help individuals achieve their goals. She highlights two key principles of performance science: brutal focus and cultivating power. Brutal focus involves translating dreams into actionable goals and identifying the most important tasks to drive progress. Cultivating power involves developing the ability to start and...
2024-05-1549 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 34: Interview with James Lawrence - Building a Thriving Company Culture Without Losing Its HeartIn Ep. 34 The EQ Gents had the absolute privilege to sit down with James Lawrence, Co-Founder and CEO of Happy, a company whose mission is to help business leaders accelerate company performance at scale. Through Happy’s AI-based technology platform, companies have found a solution that supercharges communication, collaboration, and productivity. Join us as James dives into a myriad of very relevant and important topics with the Gents, starting with his own personal journey as a rising founder and ceo, and how he recommends companies solve the challenges they face when it comes their people day in and...
2024-05-0148 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 33: The Empathy Edge — Understanding to Better Manage Your Difficult CoworkerIn this episode, Sameer and Ismail deep dive into a universal issue that folks at all levels of an organization deal with on a daily basis. That is dealing with difficult coworkers, whether its your boss, peer or subordinate, a difficult coworker can cause leaders a tremendous amount of stress as they navigate their day to day work life. Ismail and Sameer will share personal anecdotes and most common reasons why difficult employees often end up winning in the battle between whats right for the individual and whats right for the larger organization. Episode 33 is pac...
2024-04-1729 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 32: Interview with Grant "Upbeat" Bosnick: Don't let your Leadership Auto-Pilot Take You To A Dead EndIn this episode, Sameer and Ismail had a fantastic conversation with Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick! Grant definitely lived up to his name by bringing an infectious energy and a ton of useful insights to share with our audience. ‘Upbeat’, as he commonly goes by, is an author, leadership & team expert, professional musician, keynote speaker, and Managing Director of YES (Your Empowering Solutions), a boutique HR consultancy. Grant ‘Upbeat’ Bosnick has been a resident of Singapore and Asia for over 25 years and has consulted and spoke at 100+ Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 clients spanning 45 countries and 6 continents. The episode centers...
2024-04-0341 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 31: Interview with Ani Naqvi - Breaking the Chains: Overcoming Self-SabotageSameer and Ismail were very lucky to have Ani Naqvi on our podcast this week! Ani, has had 4 near-brushes with death including a cancer diagnosis, and surviving one of the deadliest natural disasters in human history, the Asian Tsunami of 2004. Ani has leveraged these experiences to find her true purpose in life, and is now determined to help others become their best self and live their best life. After 15 years of C-suite leadership, Ani prides herself in creating exceptional results for the many executives she coaches. Ani is adept at maximizing their potential and leading themselves and the...
2024-03-2047 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 30: The Heart and Mind of Decision Making: Emotional Intelligence at PlayIn this conversation, Sameer and Ismail discuss the significant role emotional intelligence plays in a leader’s ability to make good decisions. Ultimately, decision-making is an art that requires the proper mix of data, rationality, and a little bit of good old-fashioned gut-instinct. In this episode, the EQ Gents will dive into how enhancing your EQ will transform you into boss decision-maker. Main Topics:The Cognitive brain explainedThe Emotional brain explainedKeys to finding the emotional balance in making decisions Leveraging self-awareness techniques to master decision-makingLeaning on self-compassion and self-managementFinding answers by listening to oth...
2024-03-0624 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 29: Interview with Kachelle Kelly - Beyond Survival: A path to Greater Emotional Intelligence in the Black CommunityIn this conversation, Sameer and Ismail speak with Kachelle Kelly, an expert in emotional intelligence (EQ) and leadership. They discuss the importance of EQ and its adoption in various communities, particularly the black community. Kachelle introduces the concept of a fifth element in EQ specifically for the black community. They explore the impact of trauma on emotional intelligence and the challenges faced by black individuals in the workplace. The conversation highlights the need for understanding and support for the black community and the role of EQ in bridging cultural differences.TakeawaysEmotional intelligence (EQ...
2024-02-2138 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 28: Idealism vs OptimismThis conversation explores the difference between idealism and optimism and how they interplay in leadership. Idealism is defined as a belief in perfect possibilities and striving for utopia, while optimism is defined as expecting the best even in challenging times. The conversation emphasizes the importance of balancing idealism and optimism to be an effective leader. It discusses how idealism can motivate teams by providing a grand vision, while optimism can motivate teams by instilling positive energy. The impact of idealism and optimism on decision-making is also explored, highlighting the need for a realistic approach. The role of emotional intelligence...
2024-02-0723 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 27: Interview with Adrian Koehler – A Candid Chat About Life and Leadership with a Self-Proclaimed ‘Crazy Man’In EP 27 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast the EQ Gents had the pleasure of sitting down with Adrian Koehler, leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. Adrian coaches execs and entrepreneurs in the art of science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment in their work. Adrian’s constant pursuit of people and experiences that push him closer to the edge is the way he has always lived his life. His diverse career history and the anecdotes he shares in this episod...
2024-01-2442 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 26: The Imposter Diaries: Real Talk from Leaders Who Fought the Fraud FeelingIn EP26 the EQ Gents dig into a well-known inhibitor for many aspiring leaders looking to propel their careers. The term, known as ‘Imposter Syndrome’ or ‘Imposterism’, was first identified by psychologists Pauline Rose Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978, to describe a pattern where individuals doubt their accomplishments and harbor a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud." The term was further popularized by Dr. Valerie Young’s book in 1980 called, The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women, wherein Dr. Young identifies 5 archetypes of ‘Imposter Syndrome’ commonly seen in females in the workforce. More recent research has led to the conclu...
2024-01-1025 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 25: The EQ Gents' 2023 Recap and 2024 ForecastSend us a text
2023-12-2723 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp: 24: Interview with David Shechtman: ‘I Might Be Pissed Off, but I’m Still Emotionally Intelligent’Summary:The conversation explores the themes of authenticity, trust, and emotional intelligence in various contexts, including leadership, parenting, and employee development. In this episode, we discuss the importance of being authentic and trustworthy as leaders, and the potential pitfalls of being overly positive or performative. David touches on the concept of the arc of justice, which relates to the idea that the arc over time in a relationship will tend towards intimacy rather than anger. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how emotional intelligence plays a role in receiving and reacting to emotional range f...
2023-12-1344 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 23: Unleashing Potential: How Holistic Leadership Transforms OrganizationsOur workforce is more diverse than ever before. This diversity extends beyond race and religion. As generations converge in the modern workplace, we see a large ideological range and sweeping differences in worldviews. Episode 23 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast focuses on why leaders must show an active interest in and engage on topics to gain a greater understanding of their team-members as people, beyond the scope of their jobs. Episode 23 centers on the following major themes and topics: Building Relationships: Good leaders take the time to build strong, meaningful relationships with their employees. They engage in regul...
2023-11-2934 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 22: Unveiling the Enigmatic Power of Fierce Loyalty in LeadershipIn this episode of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast, hosts Ismail and Sameer delve into the intersection of emotional intelligence and leadership. A key focus is the idea that good leaders are fiercely loyal to their team members, a trait they suggest might be underrated. By showing up for their teams, leaders can build trust, confidence, and a sense of accountability. Topics also covered include recognizing moments for demonstrating loyalty, the dangers of being overly loyal, and the significance of psychological safety within a team. Long-term solutions and mutual commitment underscore their views on successful leadership. The hosts emphasize the...
2023-11-1532 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 21: Interview with Joshua Freedman - CEO of 6 Seconds - Exploring Emotional Intelligence TrendsIn this Episode, we cover a myriad of really interesting topics with our special guest, Joshua Freedman. The Episode taps into how Joshua’s company, 6 Seconds’, data-driven approach to determine the psyche of today’s workforce. Some questions and insights you will find in Episode 21:What most businesses get wrong about emotional intelligence and how to fix it.How organizations can better interpret and implement EQ within their organization.What “disruption” is required to get organizations to see the benefits of EQ and begin making necessary changes. The generational EQ differences and how they impact business performance.T...
2023-11-0139 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 20: No More People Pleasing - Conquer the Fear of Other People's OpinionsIn this episode, we delve into the complexities of FOPO, a modern-day phenomenon amplifying our innate fears of judgment from others. We explore its evolutionary roots, highlighting the human instinct to seek societal acceptance. We share our personal encounters with FOPO, emphasizing how it has influenced various aspects of our lives, including this very podcast journey as well as discuss the exacerbating role of social media in the age of constant feedback loops and digital validation. This episode touches upon the spectrum of FOPO's impact, from workplace dynamics to individual decision-making. We also offer insights and strategies for listeners...
2023-10-1834 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 19: Interview with Bill Carson: Prioritizing Mental Heath First Aid and Psychological Safety in the WorkplaceIsmail and Sameer are joined by a very special guest on Episode 19 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast, Mr. Bill Carson. Bill Carson dives deep into topics that are very near and dear to his life’s work as a resilience coach, emotional and social intelligence coach, and well-being coach. The podcast episode centers on how employers can meet the demands of today’s workforce with effective upskilling for psychological risk management, and sharing practical ways leaders can implement mental health first aid into their leadership approach. About Bill Carson: Bill Carson is a passionate Mental Health Advocate...
2023-10-0437 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 18: Interview with Tara Renze: From Burnout to Balance: A maze of Self-Awareness, Empathy, and Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of emotional intelligence with Tara Renze, who is an author, emotional intelligence practitioner, entrepreneur, speaker, blogger, and thought leader. Tara shares her personal journey, the importance of self-awareness, and how to set "butterfly goals" to achieve your dreams. Whether you're looking to improve your leadership skills or simply understand yourself better, this episode is packed with insights that can change your life.Key Takeaways:Understanding Burnout: Tara Renze discusses how burnout is often a sign that we're not aligned with our true selves...
2023-09-2044 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp17: Interview with Dr. Kristin Neff: Nurturing the Soul - Balancing the Yin and Yang of Self-CompassionIn this episode, Ismail and Sameer sit down with Dr. Kristin Neff, pioneer researcher and renowned expert in the field of self-compassion. Dr. Neff is an associate professor at the University of Texas-Austin, in their Department of Educational Psychology. She is author of several books such as The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, Fierce Self Compassion and Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself.” Dr. Neff is the co-founder of the non-profit Center for Mindful Self-Compassion and has been credited with the first academic studies on the topic of Self-Compassion. Her TedX talk on the topic of self-compassion has nearly...
2023-09-061h 02The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp16: Interview with Jordan Tivers - Navigating the Hidden Forces - The Synergy of Coaching, Psychotherapy, and Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode, Ismail and Sameer speak with Jordan Tivers, LCSW, CGP, an individual and group psychotherapist in private practice in Chicago. Jordan shares insights about his clinical practice where he treats primarily other psychotherapists and people in leadership positions, coaching founders, high-venture employees, and new managers to cultivate stronger social and emotional intelligence skills.Jordan discusses his mastermind group that focuses on group psychology and leadership. His work is organized around emotional intelligence, both personally and professionally.Some of the topics covered include:The differentiation between Jordan's patients (clinical practice) and clients (coaching...
2023-08-2346 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp:15 Emotional Agility: Harnessing Your Emotions in Difficult ConversationsJoin Ismail and Sameer by tuning into Episode 15 of The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast as they discuss how you can master your next difficult conversation. In this episode titled, “Emotional Agility: Harnessing Your Emotions in Difficult Conversations,” our hosts share a ton of valuable insights into how to control your own emotions and the emotions of your counterparts to achieve positive outcomes.Our hosts will explain the key role emotional intelligence strategies like employing empathy and regulating one’s own emotions can have to make or break your next tough conversation. Further, Ismail and Sameer act as enzymes to brea...
2023-08-0933 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 14: Interview with Joshua Rosenthal - Unlocking Your EQ: The Performance Enhancer You Never Knew You NeededThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast had the privilege of interviewing Joshua Rosenthal, Director of Global Portfolio at TalentSmartEQ. TalentSmartEQ is the world’s premier provider of emotional intelligence (EQ) training and development, certification, assessment and coaching. With over 20 years of experience helping people leverage their EQ to become more productiveAs Director of Global Portfolio, Joshua Rosenthal As a Director of Training at TalentSmart, Josh offers over 15 years of experience in emotional intelligence, leadership development, facilitation, diversity and inclusion, cultural competency and sensitivity, conflict resolution, and group collaboration for organizational effectiveness. He has worked with organizations across a wide...
2023-07-2649 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 13: Striking the Balance: The Empathy-Accountability EquationIn Episode 13 of the Emotional Intell-Gents Podcast, Ismail and Sameer dive into a topic that many new and even seasoned leaders struggle with everyday, the delicate balance between empathy and accountability. As emotionally intelligent leaders, we understand the power of empathy and its many benefits like garnering trust and creating a positive psychologically safe environment, however one pitfall is leaders falling into the trap of becoming overly lenient, not recognizing the impact on the broader team, and the detrimental impact this lack of accountability can have on performance. In this episode, Sameer and Ismail will share with yo...
2023-07-1226 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 12: Navigating Change: The Keys to Influencing OthersEp. 12 of The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast confronts a challenge leaders regularly face when leading teams. In the face of change, many team members have the tendency to shut down or be resistant to new ways of looking at old problems. It is at this time that effective leaders will find ways to change the narrative and influence their teams to get them to buy-in. This episode will deep dive into practical strategies and methods leaders can use when facing change management situations or situations where they are getting pushback from their teams about a new policy or pro...
2023-06-2826 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 11: Interview with Steven Fitzgerald: Discussing Psychological Safety and Purpose in the New Age of WorkThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast had the privilege of interviewing Steven Fitzgerald, co-founder and President of Canada-based Habanero Consulting. Habanero Consulting operates at the cross-section of people and technology. Dedicated to the bettering the employee experience, Habanero guides organizations on how to develop a thriving culture and purpose. Steven Fitzgerald is a true thought partner and visionary regarding the world of work. He has spent his life examining what motivates us as human beings and how to build strong successful teams. Steven is known for his ability to inspire others and help move ideas with his unique perspectives. Though...
2023-06-1446 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 10: Courage: Embracing Fear to Lead BoldlyEpisode 10 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast centers on a favorite topic of our co-hosts Ismail & Sameer: Courage. When listing out what traditionally makes a great leader many people think of someone who is a strong problem solver, communicator, trustworthy, empathetic, and displays candor. However, often missing from the list is the catalyst behind everything, courage. In this episode, Ismail and Sameer dive into this vast topic of courage. The episode has three primary focus areas. What does it mean to lead courageously? Sameer and Ismail share, from their personal experiences, the role courage has played at differ...
2023-05-3130 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 10: Bonus - About Us: Meet the GentsTake a moment to meet the Gents. Ismail & Sameer take time to provide a bit of background about themselves.Feel free to send us an email at info@emotionalintelligents.com and share your thoughts or visit us at https://linktr.ee/emotionalintelligentsSend us a text
2023-05-3132 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 09: From Clashes to Connections: Empowering Conflict Resolution with Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode the Emotional Intelli-Gents will dive into the messy world of conflict management. Conflicts arise in every business and when not properly addressed can be a major source of inefficiency for companies. The good news is, leaders can leverage their emotional intelligence to help them navigate conflicts as they arise. This Episode centers around 2 primary concepts. Using the core four principles of EQ as your first line of defense when encountering a conflict. Self-awareness and self-management allows leaders to remain calm and resolute throughout the conflict resolution life-cycle. Further, having proper social awareness and manag...
2023-05-1735 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 08: In Negotiations, Empathize to CompromiseOne thing is universally true, that in life, and at work, the ability to negotiate and advocate for one’s own position is a critical skill. In Episode 8 of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast Ismail and Sameer discuss the edge high EQ leaders have when negotiating. Leveraging core EQ skills like self-awareness, social awareness, openness, and desire to reach common goals, emotionally intelligent leaders are able to control the emotional shockwaves that negotiations often cause. The headlining emotion and focus of EP08 is on the use of empathy to drive compromise when negotiating. The episode will define the true e...
2023-05-0330 min
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 68: UNESCO declares KL Rahul best IPL playerIPL 2023 - a 2 monthlong throwback to the 2015 World Cup, where Dhoni, Rahane, Mohit, Amit, Shami, Ishant et al are in the thick of things - expertly reviewed by a panel barely watching the tournament, only on your favourite cricket podcast. Join the gang as they also celebrate Sachin's 50th in style, but only after paying respects to Tony Sebastian - godfather of this podcast - on his birthday, which even Sachin marked with due respect. Also tune in for some Dickie Bird nostalgia, Australia's WTC selection squad analysis, and an IPL quiz that stumps everyone including the quiz master.
2023-04-241h 11The Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 07: Exploring the Dark Side: Navigating the Unexpected Pitfalls of Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast, Ismail and Sameer will explore the dark side of being an emotionally intelligent leader, and specifically the unintended negative impacts high EQ leaders face professionally and personally. Most of what you may hear or read regarding emotional intelligence centers around it being a coveted skill that leaders must possess to be successful. However, the very skills that make high EQ leaders successful, like empathy, openness, self-awareness, and social awareness can also cause these same leaders to become more stressed and anxious. There are a number of negative consequences even the...
2023-04-1942 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 06: Embracing the Future: Artificial Intelligence and Emotional Intelligence in the WorkplaceIn this episode of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast we focus on a topic that has been dominating the international tech conversation recently by changing the way people live and work. What we are referring to is artificial intelligence technology platforms like ChatGPT and Midjourney. Platforms like these, and others, have undoubtedly taken the world by storm. Without question, there is major utility in products and platforms such as ChatGPT. We also know the forthcoming generation of AI advancements will eclipse what we have available today. Specifically, the episode will focus on how AI technology, once fully developed and...
2023-04-0539 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 05: Embrace the Challenge: Empowering Leaders with ResilienceIn this episode of the Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast we dive into the concept of resilience in the workplace. The podcast will highlight how emotionally intelligent leaders can use their elevated EQ skills to become more resilient, and build resilient teams. Lastly, for those struggling to tap into their inner-resilience, EP05 offers some strategies on how all of us can become more resilient. Resilience may seem like an abstract term, but its definition is fairly concrete. Resilience is a process of adapting to challenging situations through mental, emotional, behavioral flexibility, and adjusting your expectations from wha...
2023-03-2237 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp 04: Mastering a Growth Mindset with Emotional IntelligenceIn Episode 4, the Emotional Intelli-Gents podcast will be discussing just how significant having leaders with a ‘growth mindset’ is to the fate of an organization. We advance that argument further by explaining why a growth mindset in leaders alone will not secure success, but must be coupled with emotionally intelligent people and policies to maximize an organization's potential. The episode is broken into three parts. First, we will define key terms and concepts related to the ‘growth mindset’. Second, we explain the cross-section between emotional intelligence and the ‘growth mindset’ and why EQ skills are critical to maximizing the impact of yo...
2023-03-0826 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 03: Feedback....The Emotionally Intelligent WayIn this episode the Emotional Intelli-gents Podcast will take the plunge into the polarizing topic of feedback. There is no question that in order to grow the exchange of regular feedback is so crucial. However, the act of giving feedback and receiving it can be incredibly daunting. This episode will discuss how adding the key ingredients of emotional intelligence to your next feedback session will be the key to balancing the flavors and making the feedback discussion more palatable. The episodes will be specific in prescribing EQ skills such as empathy and openness when exchanging feedback. Further, the e...
2023-02-2818 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 02: The Business Case for Prioritizing Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode of the Emotional Intelli-gents Podcast, we seek to make the case for why businesses, particularly in today’s work environment, must proactively promote emotionally intelligent leaders and implement EQ centric policies to maximize productivity. Businesses today, more than ever, are grappling with balancing the traditional approach to achieving profitability and the seemingly ambiguous emotional needs of their teams who drive the profitable growth. Today’s episode will dispel the notion that emotionally intelligent people and policies will not move the profitability needle enough for companies to commit to improving in the EQ space. ...
2023-02-2820 minThe Emotional Intelli-Gents Podcast: Navigating Leadership with Emotional intelligenceEp. 01: Building Blocks of Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode, we introduce the core competencies emotionally intelligent leaders possess. The episode explains each of the four competencies: Self Awareness - a person’s ability to accurately identify one’s own emotions and tendencies as they happen. Self Management - a person’s ability to manage their own emotions and behaviors, in the moment, in such a way that it leads to a positive outcome. Social Awareness - similar to self-awareness, social awareness is one’s ability to identify the emotions and tendencies of others as one interacts with another individual or group of people. Relationship Management: ...
2023-02-2731 min
Radio Zirgwaat PodcastZirgwaat Soth | Talaan inth ZirgwaatGushinda: Qadir Sameer, Aleem Iqbal | Shair: Sameen Armaan | Tarznigaar: Yasir Askani, Aleem IQbal | Soroz: Pahlwan Ghafoor | Guitar: Rashid Baloch | Nall: Laljan | Bainjo:Yasir Askani | Keyboard, Tawarir, Mixing: Qadir Sameer
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