Recognize Your Reactions – Effective leaders not only experience emotions; they know how those emotions influence their decisions, tone, and presence as leaders. Instead of reacting, take a pause and respond in a way that builds trust, not tension.
Regulate Your Responses – Emotional intelligence is not the ability to suppress your emotions, but rather processing them in a good way. Whether you are naturally intense, or more laid back, self-management allows you to lead proactively instead of reactively.
Read the Room – Leadership isn’t so much about what you are feeling — it’s about what other people are feeling. Listen for how people feel, listen for between the lines, and listen with empathy to connect in a deeper manner.
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