For years, I thought leadership meant directing others. Now I see that it begins with directing myself — because I can’t expect clarity from others if I haven’t found it within.
It’s not about striving to be endlessly calm. It’s about refusing to let my inner turbulence define the atmosphere around me.
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Why a boss is not (necessarily) a leader
Emotional intelligence (also known as “EQ”) is a so-called “soft skill” that can have a more inward focus: as they say, know thyself, and you’ll improve your emotional intelligence. But it’s also useful in a group dynamic. It’s also about observing how you react to people and learning to recognizing people’s needs and feelings.
To Lead Others, Lead Yourself First
For years, I thought leadership meant directing others. Now I see that it begins with directing myself — because I can’t expect clarity from others if I haven’t found it within.
It’s not about striving to be endlessly calm. It’s about refusing to let my inner turbulence define the atmosphere around me.
Why a boss is not (necessarily) a leader
Emotional intelligence (also known as “EQ”) is a so-called “soft skill” that can have a more inward focus: as they say, know thyself, and you’ll improve your emotional intelligence. But it’s also useful in a group dynamic. It’s also about observing how you react to people and learning to recognizing people’s needs and feelings.



