EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 18 MIN
Episode 282: The Secret to Tough Conversations and Retention with Antoni Tzavelas.
from Developing The Leader Within Podcast · host Enrique Acosta Gonzalez
In our latest episode, we're joined by Antoni Tzavelas, Keynote Speaker, Certified ICF EQ Coach, and Human Connection Specialist. With a wealth of experience in helping HR leaders cultivate emotionally intelligent cultures, Anthony shares insights on the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in navigating tough conversations and maximizing employee retention.You will learn the following:1. The common emotional intelligence gaps in HR leaders and how they impact employee retention, focusing on self-awareness, empathy, and reality testing. 04:582. Why tough conversations are often avoided in the workplace and the cultural costs of this avoidance. 07:163. Strategies for organizations to shift from a reactionary to a proactive culture when handling interpersonal conflicts and performance issues. 09:364. Practical EQ-based strategies HR leaders can implement to build psychological safety within their teams. 11:555. The transformative effect of strengthening EQ skills among HR professionals on broader organizational culture over time. 14:33To get in contact with Antoni: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonitWebsite: https://smilingbowtie.comThis episode is sponsored by Fantail Services Website:https://www.fantailservices.comOur podcast is sponsored by The Global Trends MagazineWebsite: https://www.gc-bl.org/global-trends Southern, Sweet & Sassy™ Coffee Website: https://grounds4cause.com/pages/s3-coffee-coUse DTLWPODCAST at checkout for your discount. The Outlier Project Website: https://theoutlierproject.co Ascend MeditationsWebsite: https://www.ascendmeditations.appChop AiWebsite: https://www.chopai.appMake sure to Catch us streaming on Parade Deck, and on Roku and Amazon Fire TV on the Purpose Place Network.Also catch our Exclusive Members only content “Going Deeper Within” on the Lions Guide Academy.https://www.lionsguide.com/gdw
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In our latest episode, we're joined by Antoni Tzavelas, Keynote Speaker, Certified ICF EQ Coach, and Human Connection Specialist. With a wealth of experience in helping HR leaders cultivate emotionally intelligent cultures, Anthony shares insights on the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in navigating tough conversations and maximizing employee retention.You will learn the following:1. The common emotional intelligence gaps in HR leaders and how they impact employee retention, focusing on self-awareness, empathy, and reality testing. 04:582. Why tough conversations are often avoided in the workplace and the cultural costs of this avoidance. 07:163. Strategies for organizations to shift from a reactionary to a proactive culture when handling interpersonal conflicts and performance issues. 09:364. Practical EQ-based strategies HR leaders can implement to build psychological safety within their teams. 11:555. The transformative effect of strengthening EQ skills among HR professionals on broader organizational culture over time. 14:33To get in contact with Antoni: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonitWebsite: https://smilingbowtie.comThis episode is sponsored by Fantail Services Website:https://www.fantailservices.comOur podcast is sponsored by The Global Trends MagazineWebsite: https://www.gc-bl.org/global-trends Southern, Sweet & Sassy™ Coffee Website: https://grounds4cause.com/pages/s3-coffee-coUse DTLWPODCAST at checkout for your discount. The Outlier Project Website: https://theoutlierproject.co Ascend MeditationsWebsite: https://www.ascendmeditations.appChop AiWebsite: https://www.chopai.appMake sure to Catch us streaming on Parade Deck, and on Roku and Amazon Fire TV on the Purpose Place Network.Also catch our Exclusive Members only content “Going Deeper Within” on the Lions Guide Academy.https://www.lionsguide.com/gdw
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