Why emotions are the hidden data leaders need
How can leaders tap into the strategic power of emotions as drivers of insight and intentional leadership? Published in HR.com’s September edition of Leadership & Employee Development Excellence, this article (link to full text below) offers 6 actionable strategies drawing from my experience coaching clients over the last two decades and rooted in research + my prior/current work with experts at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (Marc Brackett, Ph.D., Robin Stern, Ph.D., Nikki Elbertson, M.A. and others) and Star Factor Coaching (Janet Patti, Ed.D.). Article highlights and links to the full text below.
Highlights
- Emotions aren’t obstacles—they’re signals leaders can use for smarter decisions.
- Emotionally intelligent leaders pause, reflect, and act intentionally, even in challenging situations.
- Resistance, frustration, and fear can reveal alignment, cultural, or process insights.
Link to full text of article here:
- Magazine Link: https://web.hr.com/8uyn
- Article Link: https://web.hr.com/ihnut
“When leaders proactively engage with their own emotional landscape – and that of their teams – they can gain important insights that drive more intentional and values-based actions.”
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