About this episode

Antonio Garrido discusses the importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in leadership, along with the role of journaling in personal growth.

Summary In this conversation, Antonio shares his journey from being an architect to a leadership development coach. He discusses the importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in leadership, the role of legacy and ego, and the challenges leaders face in recognizing their blind spots. Antonio emphasizes the significance of learning and journaling as tools for personal and professional growth. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the importance of journaling as a tool for self-reflection and personal development. They discuss common barriers to journaling, the process of self-evaluation, and the responsibilities of leadership in fostering growth. The dialogue emphasizes the need for discomfort in personal growth and the significance of being intentional in one's actions. The speakers also highlight the connection between journaling and overall wellness, advocating for a proactive approach to self-improvement. Takeaways He transitioned from architecture to leadership coaching. Legacy and ego play significant roles in leadership. Emotional intelligence is a major hurdle for leaders. Self-awareness is often lacking in leaders. People tend to have a skewed view of…

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Hosts: Ryan Roghaar, Michael Smith

Guest: Antonio Garrido

Topics covered

• emotional intelligence
• leadership
• self-awareness
• journaling
• personal growth
• legacy
• ego

Keywords

• emotional intelligence
• leadership development
• self-awareness
• journaling
• personal growth
• blind spots
• confirmation bias
• legacy
• ego

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