Discover the art of leading with heart and science! On this episode of Do Good to Lead Well, we’re honored to host Dr. Janet Patti and Dr. Robin Stern, who bring their profound expertise on the science and practice of emotionally intelligent leadership. Post-pandemic stress and burnout have taken a toll, but our guests emphasize the power of emotional intelligence and positive relationships in fostering resilience and happiness. They also address the growing issue of loneliness, despite our digital connectivity, and the necessity of emotional awareness for strong, focused leadership.

Unlock the secrets to cultivating emotional intelligence and mindfulness with practical, real-world advice from Dr. Patti and Dr. Stern. They dig into the importance of recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating emotions—essential components of emotional intelligence. Learn about mindfulness techniques like the "meta moment," which can help extend the pause between triggers and responses, enabling us to bring our best selves to every situation.

Finally, we explore the intricacies of navigating conflict with emotional intelligence and creating safe, healthy communication spaces. Our experts share strategies for managing inevitable conflicts by establishing norms and boundaries in relationships. They highlight the importance of empathy, active listening, and trust in fostering stronger connections. Dr. Patti and Dr. Stern also discuss how leaders can inspire confidence and growth within their teams by consistently acting with emotional intelligence and sharing vulnerabilities. This episode offers invaluable insights and practical advice for leaders aiming to enhance their communication strategies and build resilient, connected teams.

What You’ll Learn:

• Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Emotional Intelligence

• How to Navigate Stress Using Emotional Intelligence

• Empathy and Emotional Mastery in Leadership

• Mindfulness Practices for Effective Leaders

• Building Trust and Resilience in Teams

• Transforming Conflict into Growth Opportunities

Podcast Timestamps:

(00:00) - The Science and Practice of Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

(11:51) - Cultivating Emotional Intelligence and Mindfulness

(19:16) - Navigating Conflict with Emotional Intelligence

(32:21) - Creating Safe Conversations for Healthy Relationships

(44:54) - Developing Emotional Intelligence for Effective Communication

Key Topics Discussed:

Positive Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Managing Stress, Avoiding Burnout, Well-being, Loneliness, Positive Relationships, Mindfulness, Resilience, Happiness, Connectivity, Self-awareness, Navigating Conflict, Empathy, Active Listening, Safe Communication, Trust, Establishing Boundaries, Effective Communication, Positive Team Development, Self-reflection, Flexibility, CEO Success

More of Janet and Robin:

Dr. Patti is a professor emeritus at the Hunter College School of Education where her teaching and research focus on educational leadership. Dr. Stern (a return guest) is a co-founder and senior advisor to the director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, and a licensed psychoanalyst with 30 years of experience. Together, Janet and Robin created the STAR Factor coaching model, which helps educational leaders enhance their emotional intelligence skills.

Janet’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-janet-patti-3b6aa6a0/

Robin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-stern-220b403a/

Mentions:

Emotional Intelligence for School Leaders

More of Do Good to Lead Well:

Website: https://craigdowden.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/