What happens when a crisis (let’s say, a global pandemic) forces an organization to completely rethink its values and workplace ethic? Today on First Person Plural, we dive into all things Empathy with two leaders who have experienced that shift firsthand. Dan Goleman interviews Brad Brooks, CEO of OneLogin, and Courtney Harrison, OneLogin’s Head of HR, on how their company supported employees through turbulent times, and why Emotional Intelligence (EI), with a particular emphasis on Empathy, be...
Jul 07, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Can anger be a constructive emotion? According to Daniel Goelman, “YES” —especially when it comes to creating change for the better. Today’s guests, Lama Rod Owens (Author and Activist), Shayna Renee Hammond and Lauryn Henley (Racial Justice Coaches and Advocates), and Asli Ali (Student and Poet), each share how anger fuels them to take action on issues that matter. Daniel Goleman talks about his Emotional Intelligence Courses, available at danielgolemanemotionalintelligence.com Support the show...
May 26, 2021•1 hr 58 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In Today’s episode, Daniel Goleman speaks with Executive Coach Sanjay Rao Chaganti who shares a story about his client, Laila, a woman with a vibrant career which took her to all corners of the globe. When Laila returns home, she realizes that she no longer fit into the world she left behind. In this episode, Liz and Hanuman also discuss the many ways they have had to adapt during the global pandemic. For guest bios, transcripts, and resources mentioned in today’s episode, check out our episode ...
May 04, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Today we examine what it will take for us to tackle the urgent environmental crisis. We begin with a look at where we're directing our resources, not just our financial resources, but also our time, energy and attention. Sharing their insights with us today are supply chain expert Scott Kling, regenerative farmer Jake Takiff and indigenous ecophysiologist, Danielle Ignace. Listen Here. Daniel Goleman talks about his Emotional Intelligence Courses, available at danielgolemanemotionalintelligence....
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 6
What happens when your team is failing and it turns out...the problem is your own leadership style? In Today’s episode, Daniel Goleman speaks with Executive Coach Matthew Taylor. Matt shares a case study on Luke, a school principal who discovers that self-awareness is the first step towards improving employee morale, retention and overall effectiveness. For guest bios, transcripts, and resources mentioned in today’s episode, check out our episode notes here. Daniel Goleman talks about his Emotio...
Apr 06, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Initially, we set out to talk about Social Emotional Learning (SEL) at a time when millions of kids have been home, attending school online and missing out on valuable time with their peers. But we quickly realized COVID is far from the only thing kids and educators are grappling with—racial inequity, trauma, isolation, social unrest, and overworked parents are a significant part of the equation. In this episode we talk with Adjunct Professor at Columbia University, Linda Lantieri , Social and E...
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In many ways, being driven to achieve our goals is a good thing. But what happens when being a high-achiever causes us to lose sight of our larger objectives like being kind or leading a team? In this episode, the author of “ How to Be Happy at Work: The Power of Purpose, Hope, and Friendship, ” Annie Mckee, PhD joins Dan for a conversation around the ups and downs of achievement orientation. Daniel Goleman talks about his Emotional Intelligence Courses, available at danielgolemanemotionalintell...
Mar 09, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Co-hosts Daniel Goleman and Hanuman Goleman reflect on the role of purpose in our overall wellbeing, looking at how purpose is fostered within an organization, and the many ways (big and small) it shows up in our lives. Today’s episode features a wide-range of guest appearances including Psychologist Richard Davidson, Former Ernst & Young Partner and Executive Coach Dot Proux, Oncologist Petra Rietschel, and Executive Coach Kully Jaswal. Each guest provides a distinct perspective on the role...
Feb 23, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Dan reviews the basics of emotional intelligence by sharing his model, which breaks down EI into four domains and twelve competencies. Check out the episode notes for a visual of his thinking – a graphic we affectionately call, "the bubble map," which outlines each competency and the domain it falls under. If you're interested in delving deeper into emotional intelligence and EI research, including the neuroscience behind it, you may enjoy the crucial competence video series. We’d love to hear f...
Feb 09, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1
In this introductory episode, Daniel Goleman and his co-host (and son), Hanuman Goleman, begin to explore Emotional Intelligence in all of its depth and complexity, including how this work has evolved in relationship to mindfulness, neuroscience, and the growing need for social change. Learn a bit more about who we are, what you can expect from our first season, and how we plan to look at the theory of emotional intelligence when it's applied to our lives and the systems we are a part of. For tr...
Jan 26, 2021•14 min0
Empathy. Positive mindset. An awareness of how our actions influence others. These are some of the traits that make us good partners, leaders, and community members. They are also key components of what is known as emotional intelligence (EI)—a term popularized by Dr. Daniel Goleman in the mid-’90s to describe our capacity for self and social awareness. On the cusp of the 25th anniversary of his New York Times best-selling book, Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ , Daniel Gol...
Oct 20, 2020•4 min
