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Welcome to Brain Snacks: bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders.In today’s brain snack, Daniel Goleman shares with us the four components of Emotional Intelligence, and why EQ is critical for the modern leader.For more, check out the full conversation with Daniel at the link here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/emotional-intelligence-optimal-daniel-golemanFor now, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The term self compassion has evolved from a concept that lurked at the fringes of leadership, right into the mainstream of what it means to be a modern leader. And research shows it’s an essential attribute for all leaders who want to create healthy work environments and experience more fulfilment in life.In this episode we're are talking to global expert Amy Finlay Jones to learn why self-compassion is much more than a buzzword – and how to ensure cultivating self-compassion is not another stressful ‘to do’ but an empowering, practical and evolving journey. Amy is an Associate Professor, therapist, and contemplative practice facilitator who is dedicated to helping others cultivate more balanced, connected, and meaningful lives through compassion and mindfulness practice.Amy’s teaching draws on many years of personal practice, her passion for social justice and activism, and her lived experience of long-term chronic illness. She founded Kindful in 2015 to support the cultivation of compassion as a means of creating positive change in the world.Amy is involved in ongoing research that investigates the effects of compassion training on intra- and interpersonal wellbeing. She has developed several self-compassion training programs, and is the lead editor of the Handbook of Self-Compassion.We’ve wanted to bring this topic to We Are Human Leaders for a long time, now let's dive in!Find out more about Amy Finlay-Jones, Kindful and her online courses on Self-Compassion at the shownotes here www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/self-compassion-amy-finlay-jonesImportant Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Self Compassion in Leadership01:35 Meet Amy Finlay Jones: A Journey of Self Compassion08:12 Understanding Self Compassion: Definitions and Misconceptions15:34 Self Compassion in Practice: Overcoming Self Criticism32:47 Self Compassion in the Workplace: Strategies for Leaders45:13 Getting Started with Self Compassion: Resources and Tips47:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks: bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders.In today’s brain snack, Kelly L Campbell shares with us the four fundamentals of high conscious leadership, including how integrating trauma is critical to leadership effectiveness.For more, check out the full conversation with Kelly at the link here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/healing-trauma-leading-authentically-kelly-campbellFor now, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if better relationships were just a few [intentionally considered] questions away?In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Jeff Wetzler to discuss his brilliant new book, Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life.We Asked Dr. Wetzler to help us unpack the Ask Approach™, his five-step method designed to help leaders uncover the untapped wisdom within their teams. By fostering curiosity, creating safe spaces, posing quality questions, listening to learn, and reflecting and reconnecting, leaders can make smarter decisions, find more creative solutions, and build deeper connections.Dr. Wetzler is an author, entrepreneur, and sought-after keynote speaker. His book, Ask, was named an Amazon Editor’s Pick for Best Books of 2024 and a Next Big Idea Club "Must Read," quickly becoming a #1 new release in multiple categories. He has advised leaders worldwide and spoken at major companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Nestlé. With a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Brown University, Dr. Wetzler brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation today.Learn more about Jeff and find his book here: www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/ask-communication-jeff-wetzler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, Huggy Rao shares the impact of bad friction on our relationships at work and beyond – and shares two examples of how this damage can be avoided. For more, check out the full conversation with Huggy at the link below.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with Huggy Rao here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/facing-friction-huggy-rao Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Working with difficult people can be one of the most challenging things we all face at one point or another in our career.So how do we navigate difficult people in a way that’s productive and maintains our own sanity? We explore just this with workplace conflict expert Amy Gallo.In this podcast episode we unpack the 8 Archetypes of difficult people at work from Amy’s brilliant book ‘Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)’ published by Harvard Business Press. In particular, we explore how to deal with passive aggressive people and victim mentality in ourselves and those around us.We explore how we’re becoming more conflict adverse in our workplace relationships, and beyond, and how we can actually hold space for healthy conflict in our workplace teams and relationships.This episode is for anyone who has to work closely with others—let’s face it, that’s all of us!Find more about Amy Gallo, and the full video episode at www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/working-with-difficult-people-amy-gallo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, Claude Silver shares how to ensure we don't get trapped in Toxic Positivity but instead can bring Emotional Optimism to our lives and our leadership. For more, check out the full conversation with Claude at the link below.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with Claude Silver here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/emotionaloptimism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, Amy Edmondson shares with us how we go about ensuring the right conditions for intelligent failure and success for our teams and workplaces. For more, check out the full conversation with Amy at the link in the show notes.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with Amy Edmondson right here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/rightkindofwrong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, George Kohlrieser shares how to become aware of, acknowledge and process grief for leaders – and how this process is one we need to undertake in community. For more, check out the full conversation with George at the link below.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with George Kohlrieser here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/impactofgrief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What will it take to thrive as a leader in 2025? The answer isn’t rooted in authority or credentials—it lies in six transformative qualities that are reshaping the very essence of leadership.To uncover these qualities, we engaged with 24 of the foremost experts in workplace dynamics—renowned researchers, authors, and thought leaders. From these conversations, a clear picture emerged: six defining traits leaders must embrace to stay ahead.The old playbook, which favored technical know-how and rank, no longer holds. In today’s unpredictable environment, the idea of leadership has undergone a seismic shift. Skills once dismissed as “soft” are now essential, and these six qualities are the cornerstone for navigating the challenges of the future workplace.Join us for this conversation where we unpack the six critical skills leaders need to be successful in 2025, and beyond!Find our full list of the six attributes with some more information here: www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/six-attributes-for-leaders-2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.