How can soft skills and emotional intelligence pave the way to career success? Discover the crucial role of self-leadership in professional growth, as expert Sandra Bauer, Senior Vice President of CX Strategy, shares her journey and advice. In this episode, we delve into the significance of mindset, emotional intelligence, and leading from within to achieve success.

Tune in to this episode to discover:

✔️ Key aspects of self-leadership in a professional setting.

✔️ The impact of mindset and emotional intelligence on career growth.

✔️ Real-life examples of effective self-advocacy and proactive problem-solving.

✔️ How to manage remote teams and foster a positive culture.

✔️ Tips for improving transparency and communication with your team.

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Sandra recommends several resources for developing self-leadership and emotional intelligence, including:

1. Brene Brown on what Vulnerability Isn’t

1. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086?i=1000510270643

2. Why Emotional Intelligence Is Important In Leadership

1. https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership

3. Dr. Neha Sangwan - 5 Levels of Listening

1. https://intuitiveintelligenceinc.com/

4. Peter Hawkins - 5 Capacities of High Performance Teams

1. https://www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/artofchangemaking/theory/5-capacities-of-high-performance-teams/

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Lead Yourself to Success: Developing Soft Skills (with Sandra Bower)