Category Archives: Emotional Intelligence

Soft Skills vs Hard Skills?  You’re Asking the Wrong Question.

Posted on 1 October, 2020 by Jasbindar Singh

I am delighted to bring you this guest blog by my very talented and cutting-edge friend and colleague – Gihan Perera A few weeks ago, the Australian Government announced changes to the funding of university degrees, prioritising the jobs and … Continue reading →

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I don’t have time for this bs…….

Posted on 15 September, 2019 by Jasbindar Singh

The other day I had coffee with a university friend I had not seen for a while. In discussing what we were up to, I mentioned emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) as I was preparing a session on it. He … Continue reading →

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How Jacinda Ardern Sets a New Global Benchmark for Leadership and Why We Should Pay Attention

Posted on 2 April, 2019 by Jasbindar Singh

“One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. I totally rebel against that. I refuse to believe that you cannot … Continue reading →

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Are You Guilty of Neglecting the People Who Matter the Most?

Posted on 15 May, 2018 by jasbindar.singh

Have you noticed how when you are busy, under pressure and feeling pulled from all directions, you get into a different zone of doing things. In fact, it is not just our communication which changes but our whole persona! I … Continue reading →

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Leadership: The Role of Emotions in Decision-Making

Posted on 18 July, 2017 by webcraft

When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion. – Dale Carnegie As my colleague and I prepare for the next round of Authentic Leadership workshops, I have been reflecting on emotions … Continue reading →

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How to be More in Control of Your Stressors and Keep Your Cool

Posted on 29 May, 2016 by jasbindar.singh

Can you recall the last time you got “triggered?” Perhaps it was a throwaway line by a colleague, the sudden changed reaction of someone you were in a conversation with or the family member who appears to be forever taking … Continue reading →

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Watch Your Inner Saboteur

Posted on 24 September, 2015 by jasbindar.singh

Are you hampering your success or perhaps the next move by focusing on what you don’t have rather all that you do? Is there a strong heartfelt desire, a felt sense, calling or aspiration which,  as yet remains unfulfilled? If … Continue reading →

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Leadership: Manage Your Emotions

Posted on 14 June, 2015 by jasbindar.singh

“Self-knowledge is something everyone can grasp. When you understand your emotions, you will have the capacity to understand other peoples emotions too.” Swami Suddhananda   The gift of emotions The spectre of emotions we experience is a true gift. Imagine … Continue reading →

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Leadership: 7 Tips for Keeping Your Composure

Posted on 14 June, 2015 by jasbindar.singh

“When you become a leader, you are not entitled any more to display the two ends of the emotional plane, because everything you do and say carries a five times more powerful message……One of the first things to do in … Continue reading →

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What Adidas teaches us about leadership in brands

Posted on 14 August, 2011 by jasbindar.singh

Brands are all about emotions.  Yes – emotions first, logic second.  The loyal supporters – fans, consumers or followers – are emotionally engaged with the brand story and will willingly give of their preference and pockets to their cherished brands. … Continue reading →

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