#11 - Dignity in Leadership

In this episode of The Clear Voice Podcast, hosts James Groom and James Hopper sit down with Marcel Brunel and Dan Newby, authors of Dignity in Leadership. Together they explore how emotional literacy, regulation, and resilience shape effective leadership and healthier organizations.  The conversation highlights why emotions are not inherently good or bad, how emotional regulation helps leaders respond wisely, and how barriers like entitlement, stubbornness, and cynicism undermine culture. Brunel and Newby also discuss the evolution from emotional intelligence to emotional agility, showing how leaders can navigate high-stress environments with greater clarity and compassion. This episode offers practical insights for leaders who want to strengthen communication, build resilience, and foster workplaces where dignity and well-being thrive. 00:00 Introduction to Dignity and Leadership 02:19 Emotional Literacy in a VUCA World 08:05 The Nature of Emotions: Tools for Leaders 10:16 Myths About Emotions and Leadership 16:25 Developing Emotional Resilience 20:33 Navigating Emotions: Understanding and Leveraging Them 26:11 Identifying Barriers: Common Emotions in Organizations 29:47 Passion vs. Other Emotions: Finding Balance 34:32 Emotional Intelligence: Understanding Self and Others The views and opinions expressed on The Clear Voice do not necessarily reflect those of Clear Career Professionals. The discussion of any company, product, or service is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement. Connect With Clear Career Professionals Clear Career Professionals is a Texas based municipal executive search firm specializing in City Manager search services, municipal executive search, and local government leadership consulting for cities and counties across Texas and the United States. Clear works with communities to recruit City Managers, City Administrators, Assistant City Managers, Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, Finance Directors, HR Directors, and other senior municipal leaders. In addition to executive search services, Clear provides local government leadership training, organizational assessments, executive coaching, interim leadership placements, and strategic consulting designed to strengthen city organizations and support effective public service leadership. Clear partners with city councils, county commissioners, and public sector leadership teams seeking experienced municipal professionals who can guide growing communities, manage complex organizations, and deliver strong public service outcomes.  Career Opportunities https://clearcareerpro.com/career-opportunities LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/company/clear-career-pro