In this episode, Shannon Cassidy discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. She explains the four main components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Cassidy emphasizes the need for leaders to be self-reflective, practice emotional self-control, read the room, and invest in relationships. She encourages listeners to pay attention to their emotions, be self-aware, and intentionally invest in key relationships. Chapters: 00:00 Chapter 1: Demonstrate Emotional Intelligence 01:21 Chapter 2: Self-Awareness: Knowing When We're at Our Best and Worst 02:46 Chapter 4: Social Awareness: Reading the Room 03:15 Chapter 5: Relationship Management: Investing in Relationships Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in generous leadership, behavioral change, executive presence, effective  communication, collaborative teamwork, and conflict resolution. She provides Executive Coaching, Facilitation (team sessions, mentoring programs, leadership retreats, executive workshops, mediation services) and Keynote Speaking (conferences, annual events, ceremonies) all custom designed. This is her podcast, R.O.G. Return on Generosity focusing on how to be a corporate generous leader by sharing time, talent and gratitude.  Shannon combines her keen ability to get to the heart of every matter with a proven track record as a corporate leader. Before founding Bridge Between, Inc. she spent years building profitable businesses and driving innovation and leadership initiatives. This real-world experience formed the bedrock of her success. She equips her clients with the strategies, tools, and inspiration to thrive during organizational change and to lead with vision, purpose, and generosity.  Shannon has authored several articles and books including Discover Your Inner Strength (2009), The Five Degree Principle: How Small Changes Lead to Big Results (2013), V.I.B.E. A Self-Discovery Journey to Authentic Leadership (2014) and Grounded in Gratitude a one-line-a –day, five-year gratitude journal (2015-2023). Her current efforts focus on the benefits of Generosity at Work. R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Emotional intelligence is a critical component of being a generous leader. The four main components of emotional intelligence are self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Leaders should practice self-reflection, emotional self-control, and reading the room. Investing in key relationships is essential for generous leadership. Resources: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ShannonCassidybb  Bridge Between, Inc. https://bridgebetween.com The Five Degree Principle by Shannon Cassidy V.I.B.E. by Shannon Cassidy  R.O.G. on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r-o-g-return-on-generosity/id1508207492  R.O.G. on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1L9UnWdoiAX8MtRKXjdPY3  Video of this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/PNfiBD-2PLI  Free N.D.I. Network Diversity Index https://bridgebetween.com/network-diversity-index/  Free Generosity Quiz https://bridgebetween.com/generosity-quiz/  Coming Next: Please join us next week, Episode 191, with special guest Amy Edmondson Part 1. Credits: Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.