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Richard Boyatzis is a professor of organizational behavior and psychology, and Annie McKee is a leadership consultant and academic specializing in emotional intelligence and organizational change.
Known for: Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence
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Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence
Primal Leadership introduces the concept of emotional intelligence as a critical component of effective leadership. The authors argue that leaders who understand and manage their own emotions—and those of others—create more resonant, motivated, and high-performing teams. The book explores six leadership styles, the neuroscience of emotions, and practical strategies for developing emotional intelligence in organizational contexts.
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Resonance: The Heartbeat of Leadership
Every interaction between a leader and their team carries an emotional imprint. We describe this phenomenon as *resonance*—the feeling of being emotionally connected, understood, and inspired. Resonant leaders attune themselves to the moods and needs of others, shaping an atmosphere where people fee...
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The Four Domains of Emotional Intelligence
Our model of emotional intelligence is built upon four interlocking capacities: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Together, they define how a leader attunes to themselves and others. A deficiency in one undermines the whole. *Self-awareness* means under...
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About Richard Boyatzis
Richard Boyatzis is a professor of organizational behavior and psychology, and Annie McKee is a leadership consultant and academic specializing in emotional intelligence and organizational change.
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