144: Why Emotional Intelligence Is Not a Weakness

In this episode, Kul challenges the misconception that emotional intelligence is a weakness. He explores how self-awareness, empathy, and human connection underpin truly effective leadership, far beyond command-and-control approaches. Through powerful stories and real-world examples, he shows how emotionally intelligent leaders build trust, inspire performance, and create environments where people thrive. Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space.  He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people. _____________________________ ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game.  Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams. It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated. Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast. FOLLOW ► https://www.linkedin.com/in/kulmahay-leadership/