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Becoming a Resonant Leader: Develop Your Emotional Intelligence, Renew Your Relationships, Sustain Your Effectiveness

by Annie McKee , Richard E. Boyatzis , Frances Johnston

Summary & Key Takeaways

You wake up heavy, stressed, and exhausted—but you tell yourself it’s just the price of leadership. What if that stress isn’t just hurting you, but literally infecting your team like a virus? In this episode, we break down Becoming a Resonant Leader, exploring the neuroscience of “Emotional Contagion” and the dangerous “Sacrifice Syndrome.” Discover why grit isn’t the answer to burnout and how to switch your nervous system from panic to renewal.

Enjoyed this? Unlock the full masterclass to master the “Boyatzis Intentional Change Theory” and the “Holistic Life Audit” by clicking the link in our show notes.

About the Author

Annie McKee

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Dr. Annie McKee is a best-selling author and leadership expert renowned for her work on emotional intelligence. A Senior Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania, she directs the PennCLO Executive Doctoral Program and advises Fortune 500 companies. She is best known for co-authoring the seminal …

Richard E. Boyatzis

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Richard E. Boyatzis is a Distinguished University Professor at Case Western Reserve University and a world-renowned expert in emotional intelligence and leadership. He is the author of over 200 articles and several seminal books, including the international bestseller Primal Leadership. Recognized …

Frances Johnston

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Dr. Frances Johnston is a world-renowned scholar-practitioner and co-author of the Harvard Business Press book "Becoming a Resonant Leader." As the founder and CEO of Teleos Leadership Institute, she has over 25 years of experience advising C-level executives and global organizations, including the …

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