In this episode, Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Rich Hua, the Worldwide Head of Epic Leadership at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Rich leads the Epic Leadership program, focusing on developing leaders with greater empathy, purpose, inspiration, and connection. He has influenced the emotional intelligence (EQ) skills of over 300,000 individuals at Amazon and globally, aiming to reach a billion people worldwide.

Together, they explore the critical role of emotional intelligence in the workplace, Rich's personal journey from low emotional intelligence to becoming a leader in EQ development, and practical strategies for leaders to manage their emotions and support their teams.

What To Expect From This Episode:

🌍 Insights into the importance of emotional intelligence in today's fast-paced and ambiguous work environments.

🤝 Rich's personal journey and the transformative power of developing emotional intelligence.

📚 Practical techniques for improving emotional regulation and awareness in the workplace.

👥 Discussion on the challenges people face with emotions at work and how to overcome them.

Key Takeaways:

-Emotional Intelligence as a Skill: Understand that emotional intelligence is a learnable and invaluable skill for personal and professional growth.

-Impact on Leadership: Discover how emotional intelligence can transform leadership by fostering empathy, better communication, and stronger connections.

-Personal Development: Learn from Rich's journey of overcoming emotional struggles and developing a high EQ to support and lead others effectively.

-Practical Applications: Gain insights into practical techniques for improving emotional regulation and awareness in the workplace.

Join us for this insightful conversation to uncover how you can enhance your emotional intelligence and lead a more fulfilling life. Whether you're a leader, aspiring leader, or just interested in personal development, this episode offers valuable lessons for everyone.

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