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"Navigating Emotions in Leadership" Leadership Lessons from my conversation with Quentin Hodge, Part 2

In this episode of the Learning to Lead Show, host Mark Cundiff introduces longtime friend and guest Quentin Hodge, a Senior Health and Safety Professional with over 20 years of experience. Mark and Quentin discuss the importance of knowing and understanding your team, navigating confrontational situations with emotional intelligence, and maintaining integrity and empathy in leadership. Quentin shares his personal journey and strategies for continuous growth as a leader, highlighting the impact of small, consistent efforts and mentorship. The conversation also explores how younger generations' unique skills, like gaming, can be leveraged in industrial settings. Listeners are encouraged to never give up, keep learning, and build strong relationships with their team for effective leadership.

00:00 Introduction: Knowing Your People

00:15 Welcome to the Learning to Lead Show

00:35 Guest Introduction: Quentin Hodge

01:10 Turning Around Safety in a Challenging Environment

03:33 Insights on Leadership and Emotional Intelligence

04:16 The Importance of Integrity and Empathy

08:07 Continuous Growth as a Leader

12:01 Adapting to New Generations in the Workforce

16:29 Encouragement for Overwhelmed Leaders

19:51 Conclusion and Call to Action

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