The Emotionally Intelligent Leader and Inclusion
Earlier in my career, I worked for a leader who refused to call me by my full name, although I corrected them every time they said “Mo” instead of “Mohamed.” One day, when I protested, they quipped, “Oh, just suck it up, Mo, it’s all the same whatever I call you!” Well, I begged […]
Leaders with High EQ and Strategies They Use to Navigate Conflict
Whether you’re at home or work, there’s one thing you can’t avoid: drama, and where there’s drama, you’re bound to find conflict. When humans refuse to listen and tolerate other perspectives, their words and glares can become missiles, and their egos can push them to fight or take flight. When this happens, miscommunication can push people […]
Eight Strategies to Maximize your Influence
When you say what you do and do what you say, people are more likely to trust and appreciate you. When you align your values to your actions, it announces genuine leadership and sets you apart from those who only role-play the part instead of role-model exemplary behaviour. Welcome to this month’s edition of Leading […]
Uncommon leaders lead with trust in 2023
Trust is the foundation of strong leadership. As simple as that may sound, it’s the truth. Relationships founded on trust result in credibility, loyalty, and mutual respect. When trust is the currency in a workplace, employees are motivated to build authentic relationships and feel committed to each other and their leaders and express a sense […]