The Dr. Ginny Show
260: How Can Leaders Improve Emotional Intelligence for Better Communication?
What if the behavior you’re trying to change isn’t the real issue? In this episode of The Dr. Ginny Show , Dr. Ginny Baro talks with Coach Monique DeMonaco about how emotional intelligence helps leaders better understand themselves and others, communicate more effectively, build stronger relationships, and respond differently when challenges arise. Coach Monique shares her own compelling story of growing up with undiagnosed learning disabilities and seizures while being labeled lazy, unambitious, and not good enough. Her experience offers a powerful example of how easy it is to respond to what we see without understanding what may be driving the behavior. This conversation also explores why emotional intelligence is far more than a “soft skill.” Being knowledgeable in your field can only take you so far if you cannot communicate effectively, connect with others, create buy-in, regulate your emotions, or recover when something doesn’t go as planned. In this episode, you will explore: How to improve emotional intelligence and self-awareness by looking beyond behavior to the thoughts, beliefs, experiences, and patterns that may be driving it. How emotional intelligence improves communication and relationships , including the ability to listen, understand others, create connection, and communicate in ways others can receive. How to build confidence and resilience after failure and why allowing others to work through challenges can be an important part of developing both. After more than 20 years working in emotional intelligence, Coach Monique says she still works on her own EQ. Dr. Ginny agrees: there is always a next level for EQ. It’s an ongoing practice of awareness, growth, and Continuous Elevation™ . About Coach Monique DeMonaco Coach Monique DeMonaco is an executive, leadership, and career coach, emotional intelligence expert, author, Rapid Transformational Therapy practitioner, and professional speaker. For more than 20 years, she has combined brain science and emotional intelligence to help others understand and change the patterns affecting how they show up. She is also the founder of EQ Wize, an online learning platform. Listeners of The Dr. Ginny Show receive 10% off EQ Wize courses using code DrGinny . Connect with Coach Monique: monique@coachmonique.com www.coachmonique.com/contact EQ Wize: www.eqwize.com www.linkedin.com/in/moniquedemonaco/ Recommended resources: ⭐ If you enjoyed this content, subscribe to our podcast, rate it so others can find it, and share the episode with your trusted network. Looking for ways to grow and lead? ⭐ Let’s connect for a 15-minute cyber coffee and explore what you’re facing or what may be holding you or your team back: https://cybercoffee.youcanbook.me/ ⭐ If you’re hosting an event and looking for a relatable speaker who delivers fresh perspectives, energy, and practical insights, let’s explore how we can collaborate: https://www.executivebound.com/speaking ⭐ Gain weekly leadership tools and strategies by joining our ExecutiveBound Inner Circle : https://www.executivebound.com/innercircle ⭐ Claim your copy of Healing Leadership or Fearless Women at Work for actionable insights to strengthen your leadership journey: https://www.executivebound.com/books Let’s expand our network! ⭐ Send me a LinkedIn connection request . I’d love to share my network of over 29K members with you: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnybaro © ExecutiveBound®. All rights reserved. The Dr. Ginny Show content may not be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission. Disclaimer: The views, information, and opinions shared on The Dr. Ginny Show are intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. They do not substitute for professional advice in legal, medical, financial, therapeutic, or organizational matters. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding your unique situation.
