Episode 19: From Broadway to Business: David Brzozowski’s Journey of Emotional Intelligence and Personal Growth

Episode 19: From Broadway to Business: David Brzozowski’s Journey of Emotional Intelligence and Personal Growth Episode Description: In this lively episode of the Positively Altered Podcast, Dr. Cindy chats with David Brzozowski, Senior Director at Talent Smart EQ, about his fascinating journey from stage actor in New York to xpert in emotional intelligence (EQ). David shares how his background in performance and leadership shaped his understanding of emotions, and why EQ is crucial in the workplace and everyday life. From navigating diversity and inclusion to embracing vulnerability, this conversation is packed with insights on how to show up authentically and connect with others. Tune in for an inspiring talk on growing through life’s challenges! In this episode, we cover:   (5:17) Life as a stage actor (10:02) Emotional intelligence (16:35) Never use the word never (20:30) Becoming better humans (32:12) Linkedin Live (37:22) Rapid-fire questions   Dr. Cindy’s Links: http://linktr.ee/drcindyspeaks   Dr. Cindy’s Partners: Professional Health Products: http://www.phpltd.com Stopain Clinical: https://www.stopainclinical.com/ Infinedi: http://infinedi.net/     About David Brzozowski: As the Senior Director of Training and Program Delivery at TalentSmartEQ, David offers over 20 years of experience in leadership development, onboarding, facilitation, diversity and inclusion, emotional intelligence, personality assessments, and organizational development.    He has led Learning and Development teams with General Nutrition Centers, Dollar General Corporation, and Landry’s Restaurants.    In addition to his role as a Senior Director of Training, David is also a master facilitator of all TalentSmartEQ’s training programs and is certified to facilitate TalentSmartEQ’s Mastering Emotional Intelligence Train-the-Trainer program.     As an executive coach for TalentSmart, David takes on coaching assignments with C-Suite leaders globally and helps leaders improve and understand their EQ one-on-one.  David hosts TalentSmartEQ’s ‘Emotional Intelligence for Your Everyday Life’ on the monthly LinkedIn Live series.   Through David’s facilitation, he brings real-world application with his diverse background in the retail, restaurant, and corporate worlds where he connects emotional intelligence to everyday affairs. His change management and multi-generational expertise provide an additional layer of understanding in bringing a connection with EQ.    David’s accolades include being a member of Dollar Generals Top 125 Training Team for 5 consecutive years; a Recipient of Training Magazine’s Top 125 Best New Initiatives; a finalist for the Greater Nashville SHRM HR Associate of the Year; and Nashville’s LGBTQ+ Business Leader of the Year while also being named to Nashville’s Unite Magazine 15 Most Influential LGBTQ Men.    Before David’s current career in Learning and Development and Thought Leadership, he was an actor based in New York City and Los Angeles.  His focus was stage work and performed around the US for many years.     David received his BSBA in Business and Finance from Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh, PA, his DEI Certification from the University of Southern Florida-MOOC, and many Learning & Development certifications that continue to enhance his work with emotional intelligence.   Follow David: http://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbrzozowski www.talentsmarteq.com   Follow, rate, and review Dr. Cindy on Apple and Spotify! If you love Dr. Cindy's episodes, here's how to follow her so you never miss one!   For Apple, click the “Follow” button at the top of the page on the right.  For Spotify, click the “Follow” button below Dr. Cindy’s show tile.   Questions about her content? Please visit Dr. Cindy’s disclaimer at the bottom of the page.