Empathy can be difficult but it’s worth the effort. It allows you to bridge differences, manage conflict and create more positivity, even if it’s not always comfortable.

In leadership, the balance of both qualities ensures that the right decisions are made and that they are implemented in a sustainable way.

Even accomplished leaders with public platforms can suffer from social media’s impact on well-being.

Becoming more emotionally intelligent involves developing greater self-awareness, improving your ability to manage emotions, and strengthening your interpersonal skills.

Here are some practical ways to increase your EQ.

Not having parental support can be frustrating, but your influence matters more than you realize. Teens often seek guidance from adults outside their families when they’re looking for direction. Even if it seems like the lessons aren’t clicking now, you’re helping to build a foundation they may come back to later. 

Leadership is a dynamic journey, it requires continuous learning and evolving responsibilities beyond just managing tasks. It’s about guiding people, making tough decisions, and being the one others look to for direction and support. The leadership journey does not come without challenges.

Transformation leadership is about inspiration and motivation to exceed expectations by focusing on a shared vision, personal growth, and positive change. But is it realistic in today's times?

Dark or Destructive leadership is associated with those leaders who are effective at engaging followers, building teams, and getting results through others— but who obtain results that are immoral or unethical.

I agree that decision-making is both an art and a science. It’s a blend of intuition, experience, and a thoughtful process to guide us through life’s complexities. Whether in business, personal life, or everyday situations, the choices we make shape our path and define our future. Yet, if we understand our influences, and learn from past decisions, these approaches can improve our ability to make sound decisions.

I’ve heard say that “conducting an effective meeting is both an art and a science." Meetings are a fact of life in the workplace. I cannot imagine a leader who does not have meetings. IF they are well-planned and well-led, meetings are a valuable tool to accomplish goals. Unnecessary or inefficient meetings are costly, time-consuming, and frustrating.