Emotions are part of what makes us human, and in this episode I explore the sometimes problematic relationship between emotions and the workplace.

I explore the extent to which it is acceptable to express emotions like tears or anger at work given the increasingly macho leadership styles that demand emotional suppression.

This leads me to share my perspective about low emotional intelligence among leaders and the personal costs of suppressing emotions, such as increased stress levels. Drawing from my own experiences, I share strategies for managing emotions responsibly in professional settings.

Fostering environments where it is both safe and encouraged to express emotions requires sufficient emotional intelligence and maturity.

Through reflective practices, we can determine if our feelings are genuinely ours or absorbed from others - and these practices contribute to healthier workplace dynamics.

*** Key Points ***

• Importance of emotional intelligence
• Strategies for responsible emotional regulation
• Impact of emotional contagion

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*** Resources ***

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Say DEI and you'll be ruffling many feathers these days. In this episode I am taking a deep dive into how we can flourish in these anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) times. As disappointing as it is for us to see a sudden rollback from DEI Initiatives, I suspect 'they' do not realise what a rude awakening they are in for. Very few of today's generation and switched on workforce is going to sit back and accept it.

While broligarchs are trumpeting the anti-DEI noises, thankfully many organisations big and small are finding innovative ways to sustain DEI efforts without attracting negative attention. As someone deeply involved in learning and development, I stress embedding sustainable changes into company cultures while guarding against the barriers being raised by 'the trumpeters'.

I say, let us use our frustration to fuel our advocacy for DEI, visibly and covertly, as we can.

*** Key Points ***

• Keep the DEI advocacy happening
• Reframe if we need to
• Innovate to counteract anti-DEI rollbacks

*** Resources ***

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Productivity, Productivity, Productivity - the word is being thrown around by the broligarchs who are pushing the hustle-grind with unreasonable deadlines, back to back meetings and a way to put human needs at the backburner.

I talk about how brobsession with efficiency over effectiveness leads to toxic productivity, undermining our well-being and ignoring their duty of care towards their teams. But efficiency has never been as powerful as effectiveness, and then these latest diktats … and you'll find me having a laugh but the matter is serious nonetheless.

I highlight why toxic productivity compromises our wellbeing and forcing us to participate in a work culture that's helping no one. Then there are 'influencers generously sharing their way' but what's the real cost of falling for that?

We need to redefine success to include genuine contributions and impact over mere activity, and create inclusive workplaces where everyone thrives.

*** Key Points ***

• Balancing efficiency with effectiveness.
• Prioritise genuine contribution over busyness.
• Advocate for our wellbeing.

*** Resources ***

Visit https://hub.flourishingintroverts.com/resourcesp for tools and resources mentioned during the podcast.