Organizational research shows high-performing leaders possess advanced talents in leveraging key emotional intelligence skills. Generally, these individuals know how to tactfully avoid displays of frustration or anger, and they consistently and effectively manage their emotions when confronted with difficult people and situations. Effective leaders also play a critical role in directing and motivating others, promoting enthusiasm, and driving performance in the workplace.

Leaders adept in applying emotional intelligence skills validate the usefulness of this skillset in offering a rewarding pathway to leadership. For both aspiring and existing leaders, these skills are integral for making decisions, communicating and empathizing with others, overcoming workplace challenges, and maintaining resilience. For optimal effectiveness, however, it is important for individuals to hone their awareness and recognize how they impact others in interpersonal relationships. By learning action-oriented strategies and using dynamic resources, individuals can discover their leadership potential and successfully lead with emotional intelligence.

This program is designed for any person who wants to boost their overall performance and contribute to cultivating a wholesome, dynamic work environment and organizational culture. The program aims to lay the foundation for leading with emotional intelligence by providing you with knowledge and tools that enable and facilitate skill development. You’ll learn the characteristics of emotionally intelligent leaders, gain insights about the impact of leadership styles, review best practices, and discover methods for refining your leadership skills using competencies of emotional intelligence. In addition, you’ll engage in experiential learning exercises to improve your ability to implement the practices explored.

Program Objectives
Completion of this program will increase your knowledge and ability to:
• Recognize how emotional intelligence can be leveraged to facilitate leader effectiveness.
• Identify specific emotional qualities associated with successful leadership.
• Outline leadership style differences and cater to the preferences of others.
• Establish practices for becoming a more effective emotional leader.
• Apply practical strategies for leveraging emotionally intelligent leadership in relevant workplace scenarios.

Topics Explored
In this ½-day program, the following subjects are reviewed in detail:
• Emotional Intelligence
• Emotional Intelligence for High Performance Leadership
• Leadership Styles
• Adjusting Your Leadership Style
• Putting Your Skills to Work

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR

Dr. Shené Marsh is an Industrial and Organizational Psychologist who practices Learning and Organizational Development consulting in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She has 15 years of progressive work experience in higher education communities, consulting enterprises, and public, private, and non-profit organizations.
Over her career, Dr. Marsh has gained a unique blend of talents in learning and development, facilitation, psychometrics, training, speaking, and coaching. She holds advanced skills in leadership development, distance and online learning, team building, curriculum and instructional design, and managing complex projects and initiatives. Recognized for consistently and effectively implementing strategic consultative solutions, learning and development principles, and adult learning pedagogy, Dr. Marsh designs and delivers premium recommendations and high-quality training programs that enhance performance and drive results. As she continues to expand her portfolio, she forms collaborative, lasting business partnerships throughout her local and neighboring communities.

Dr. Marsh is an active community leader and civic servant with a passion for learning and helping others, especially in the areas of Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Adult Education, and Leadership Development. She proudly serves on the Board of Chairs for the Society of Emotional Intelligence and actively volunteers for Broward Public Schools (K-12) and the Florida Diversity Council.