430 What if you're the one without emotional intelligence? episode artwork

EPISODE · Nov 24, 2025 · 20 MIN

430 What if you're the one without emotional intelligence?

from The One Thing · host Reach Australia

If the emotional side of ministry keeps catching you off guard, it’s worth paying attention to what that might reveal about your own emotional intelligence. Scott Sanders and Jo Gibbs look at the practical side of emotional intelligence, why it matters for everyday ministry, and what gets in the way of developing it.What low EQ looks like in normal, everyday interactionsHow a leader’s reactions influence the tone of a teamWhy some ministry cultures downplay emotions and how that limits growthWays to spot your own physical and behavioural cues under pressureA simple framework for restoring a relationship after you’ve handled something poorlyTOOLBOX:Ep 330 Why EQ is the Edge Every Leader Needs (Part 1) by Pete StedmanEp 331 Why EQ is the Edge Every Leader Needs (Part 2) by Pete StedmanEmotional Intelligence by Daniel GolemanEmotional Intelligence 2.0 by Dr. Travis Bradberry and Dr. Jean GreavesCREDITS:This episode was brought to you by QuizworxThe One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library

If the emotional side of ministry keeps catching you off guard, it’s worth paying attention to what that might reveal about your own emotional intelligence. Scott Sanders and Jo Gibbs look at the practical side of emotional intelligence, why it matters for everyday ministry, and what gets in the way of developing it.What low EQ looks like in normal, everyday interactionsHow a leader’s reactions influence the tone of a teamWhy some ministry cultures downplay emotions and how that limits growthWays to spot your own physical and behavioural cues under pressureA simple framework for restoring a relationship after you’ve handled something poorlyTOOLBOX:Ep 330 Why EQ is the Edge Every Leader Needs (Part 1) by Pete StedmanEp 331 Why EQ is the Edge Every Leader Needs (Part 2) by Pete StedmanEmotional Intelligence by Daniel GolemanEmotional Intelligence 2.0 by Dr. Travis Bradberry and Dr. Jean GreavesCREDITS:This episode was brought to you by QuizworxThe One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library

NOW PLAYING

430 What if you're the one without emotional intelligence?

0:00 20:59

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The One Thing?

This episode is 20 minutes long.

When was this The One Thing episode published?

This episode was published on November 24, 2025.

What is this episode about?

If the emotional side of ministry keeps catching you off guard, it’s worth paying attention to what that might reveal about your own emotional intelligence. Scott Sanders and Jo Gibbs look at the practical side of emotional intelligence, why it...

Can I download this The One Thing episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!