In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Dr. Steven Stein, a Clinical Psychologist, Best-selling Author, and Founder of MHS. With decades of experience advising the military, corporations, and even TV shows, Dr. Stein shares invaluable insights on leadership and emotional intelligence.

We explore the courage it takes for entrepreneurs to step back and trust their teams.

Dr. Stein shares how emotional intelligence drives leadership success, from improving team dynamics to boosting engagement and profitability.

We Cover:
00:52 - Why its important to step back and let other people take control

04:07 - The impact of putting the right person in the right role

07:21 - The importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace

12:02 - Why do Gen Z need more support and guidance in the workforce

15:51 - How having a sense of purpose can influence staff pride and job satisfaction

17:25 - How hardiness can help you grow stronger through difficult feedback

19:13 - The 3 C’s of hardiness: Challenge, commitment, and control

23:41 - How leadership is about being more of a coach

27:25 - Taking small risks to drive innovation

29:23 - How simulations can prepare individuals for real-world challenges

35:57 - Pulse surveys: Building trust in remote teams

38:34 - Letting go of control and embracing unconditional love in leadership

Don’t miss out on this powerful episode.

Below are the links to Dr. Steven Stein's books:
📖 https://stevenstein.com/hardiness/ - Hardiness

📖 https://stevenstein.com/studenteqedge/ - The Student EQ Edge

📖https://stevenstein.com/emotionalintelligencefordummies/ - Emotional Intelligence For Dummies

📖https://stevenstein.com/theeqleader/- The EQ Leader

📖https://stevenstein.com/theeqedge/ - The EQ Edge

📖https://stevenstein.com/thestudenteqedge/ - The Student EQ Edge

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