Insights into James’ Latest EQ Thinking

Clear Thinking Starts with Emotion: Why Leaders Get Stuck and How to Move Forward Nov 14, 2025

Cyclist in a bycicle race to represent why great leaders think like cyclists

Why Great Leaders Think Like Cyclists: Managing Energy, Not Just Effort Nov 13, 2025

A leader’s hand releasing a paper airplane into the air, symbolising letting go of control and trusting the team to grow.

When Control Turns Into Fear: How Letting Go Builds Stronger Teams Nov 12, 2025

A dark image of an empty corporate boardroom with a strategic diagram on the screen, emphasising a hidden shadow or fear in the organisation.

Beyond Psychological Safety: The Fear Leaders Must Confront to Unlock Real Change Nov 11, 2025

A single chair at the head of a long boardroom table, with empty seats around it, symbolising leadership isolation.

It’s Lonely at the Top: The Leadership EQ Gap Nov 10, 2025

A surfer balancing on a large wave—symbolising emotional mastery, balance, and adaptability.

Emotional Intelligence Is Like Surfing: It’s Not What You Know, It’s How You Ride the Waves Nov 09, 2025

A photo of a leader standing outdoors after a challenge—mud-splattered boots or hands—representing real, messy transformation.

Leadership Development Starts with “We,” Not “You” Nov 07, 2025

Business team analysing growth strategy with woman drawing performance chart on transparent board during meeting.

Why Every Company Needs to Implement Emotional Intelligence Nov 04, 2025

Frustrated tired businessman having strong headache at diverse team meeting due to fear

Fear: The Hidden Cancer Limiting Organisational Performance Nov 03, 2025

Illustration of a leader reflecting at their desk with emotional beliefs like “If I stay in control, I’m safe” shown behind them as code, symbolising internal patterns that shape leadership.

Leadership Isn’t a Knowledge Problem. It’s a Code Problem. Oct 31, 2025

A reflective leader pausing to consider their response before taking action.

The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything—But No One Teaches Oct 29, 2025

Illustration of two human profiles facing each other, one with a chaotic brain pattern and the other with concentric circles, symbolising emotional intelligence and clarity in communication.

Are We Overlooking the Most Important Part of Emotional Intelligence? Oct 27, 2025

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