Join executive coach and former dancer Stephanie Simpson as she shares powerful insights on developing emotional intelligence for effective leadership. Learn why EQ is critical for moving the needle at work, how to build confidence from the inside out, and what stress is really trying to tell you. Stephanie brings a unique perspective shaped by her background in the arts. Discover how choreography and performance inform her approach to group development and team cohesion. Plus, get coaching tips on how leaders can reconnect with their bodies and intuition when stuck in their heads. Whether leading a team, a movement, or just yourself, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, energized, and challenged. Take away practical tools for self-awareness, stress management, and empowering mindset shifts. The difference starts from within!
In this episode, you will be able to:
Develop effective leadership skills through emotional intelligence.
Master stress management techniques for high-pressure jobs.
Unlock personal growth potential with the benefits of coaching.
Achieve success by integrating mind, body, and spirit.
Build unwavering confidence from the inside out.
My special guest is Stephanie Simpson
Stephanie Simpson, an executive coach and former professional dancer, offers a fresh and holistic approach to leadership development. Based in New York City, Stephanie's expertise lies in integrating emotional intelligence, stress management, and confidence building. With her background in performing arts, she brings a unique perspective to the table, emphasizing the mind-body-spirit connection for success. Stephanie's practical insights and experience make her a compelling guest, providing valuable strategies for cultivating effective leadership skills through self-awareness and empathy.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Exciting Update: Paid Subscriptions on Substack
00:04:08 - Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
00:07:07 - Developing Emotional Intelligence
00:12:47 - The Universality of Emotions
00:13:26 - Gender Stereotypes and Emotional Expression
00:14:23 - Emotional Expression and Gender Generalizations
00:16:20 - Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
00:17:31 - Building Confidence from the Inside Out
00:23:42 - Applying Arts Background to Group Development
00:26:38 - Building Confidence and Empowerment
00:27:53 - Shifting Our Relationship with Stress
00:33:20 - Recognizing Good Stress for Personal Growth
00:35:20 - Leading Your Own Life
00:39:08 - Overcoming Unwritten Rules
00:39:24 - Reconnecting with the Body and Intuition in Leadership
00:41:50 - Embracing Human-Centered Leadership in the Future of Work
00:45:28 - Life-Changing Books and Morning Routines
00:46:27 - Power of Music for a Powerful Mindset
00:48:25 - Connecting with Stephanie
00:52:47 - Getting Unstuck and Taking Action
00:53:05 - Mapping Out Your Career Pivot
00:53:17 - The Pivot Package
00:53:35 - The Power of Networking
00:53:59 - Taking Control of Your Future
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