Emotional intelligence

Coach profesional en un aula durante una sesión formativa, representando el valor del aprendizaje continuo en el liderazgo.
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Leading is learning: why continuous learning strengthens your leadership

A good leader never stops learning

 

In an ever-changing world, resilient leaders, although a few are born, all are made. Continuous training not only gives us the tools to face challenges, but also transforms the way we lead and inspire others.

 

How does education impact leadership?

  • Broadening perspective: It invites us to question what we know and explore new ways of thinking and acting.
  • Developing emotional skills: Knowing how to lead in times of uncertainty requires emotional intelligence and empathy, qualities that are honed through constant learning.
  • Empowering adaptability: Resilience is not an innate trait; it is cultivated by facing new challenges and acquiring knowledge.

Training is not a luxury, it is a necessity for those who aspire to lead with purpose and build strong and confident teams. Because leading is not having all the answers, it is being willing to learn every day

 

What learning would you like to incorporate this year to strengthen your leadership?

 

#consciousleadership #continualtraining #leadershipskills #leadershipresilience #professionalgrowth #teamdevelopment #emotionalintelligence

 

Coach profesional en un aula durante una sesión formativa, representando el valor del aprendizaje continuo en el liderazgo.

23 January, 2025

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Purposeful leadership coaching: three pillars for real transformation

Not all coaching processes are the same, because every leader, team and organization has unique needs.

 

In my practice, I combine three fundamental pillars:

✅ Emotional intelligence: to manage emotions in high-pressure situations, improve empathy and build strong relationships.
✅ Conscious leadership: to develop a clear and authentic vision that inspires confidence in the team.
✅ Customized tools: designed to enhance specific skills, from communication to strategic decision making.

 

The coaching I offer not only addresses immediate challenges, but seeks to generate a deep and sustainable transformation in the leaders who trust me. Because leading is not just about achieving goals; it is about making a difference in how we achieve them and how we grow in the process.

 

What leadership skills or challenges would you like to improve in 2025? Share your ideas in the comments.

 

#coachingleadership #consciousleadership #emotionalintelligence #managementskills #leadershipdevelopment #professionalgrowth #leadership #professionalcoaching #sustainable development

 

Infografía con los tres pilares del coaching de liderazgo: inteligencia emocional, liderazgo consciente y herramientas personalizadas.

16 January, 2025

Infografía que resume las tres habilidades esenciales para liderar en 2025: gestión emocional, comunicación efectiva y adaptabilidad estratégica.
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Leading in 2025: the 3 human skills that will make a difference

Leading in 2025 requires more than strategies: it requires human skills that make a difference.

 

Effective leadership is not something that is improvised; it is a continuous process of learning and development. This year, organizations will especially value leaders who excel in:

✅ Emotional management:

Knowing how to respond calmly under pressure, making sound decisions at critical moments and being an example of balance for the team.

✅ Effective communication:

Listening, inspiring and connecting with people. Clear and authentic communication builds trust and motivates teams.

✅ Strategic adaptability:

In a changing environment, flexibility is not an option, it is a necessity. Being able to turn challenges into opportunities will make all the difference.

 

My coaching approach is designed to help you develop these competencies in a customized way. It’s not just about learning them, but integrating them to lead with authenticity and confidence.

 

What skills do you think will be essential to lead successfully in 2025? Share your perspective

 

#ConsciousLeadership #ManagementSkills #ProfessionalCoaching #LeadershipGrowth #TeamManagement #PersonalTransformation #EmotionalIntelligence #Adaptability #EffectiveCommunication #Leadership2024

 

Infografía que resume las tres habilidades esenciales para liderar en 2025: gestión emocional, comunicación efectiva y adaptabilidad estratégica.

10 January, 2025

Liderazgo y bienestar en Navidad para ejecutivos | Meritxell Obiols | Coach
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Leadership and wellness at Christmas for executives

Dear leaders, the Christmas holidays are approaching and with them, a cocktail of emotions and responsibilities. These are days of closing projects at work, while the pressure of social and family obligations increases. Stress can skyrocket as you try to get everything done.

 

But don’t worry, here are some tips to navigate these dates with serenity and efficiency:

 

1. Prioritize intelligently: use the Eisenhower matrix technique to distinguish what is urgent from what is important.
2. Set clear boundaries: communicate your time and space needs, both at work and with family.
3. Practice mindfulness: dedicate 10 minutes a day to breathing exercises or meditation to reduce stress.
4. Delegate with confidence: empower your team by assigning key tasks. It’s a growth opportunity for everyone.
5. Celebrate achievements: acknowledge the year’s successes, no matter how small. Gratitude builds resilience.
6. Disconnect strategically: schedule moments of total disconnection. Your brain needs to recharge to perform better.

 

Remember: true leadership begins with self-care. By taking care of yourself, you inspire and empower your team to do the same.

 

What strategy do you find most useful to manage stress at this time of the year? Let’s talk? ¡Contact me!

 

Liderazgo y bienestar en Navidad | Meritxell Obiols | Coach

2 January, 2025

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I had the good fortune to meet a very interesting person

A few days before my return to Barcelona, I had the good fortune to meet a very interesting person. She is Dr. Kandi Wiens , professor at the @University of Pennsylvania, specialized in Emotional Intelligence and strategies to prevent stress.

 

Meeting Dr. Kandi Wiens has been an enriching experience. Her passion and dedication to emotional intelligence and mental wellness are truly inspiring. Her work at the University of Pennsylvania has significantly impacted the lives of many, providing valuable tools to manage stress and promote emotional balance.

 

I feel fortunate to find brilliant and committed people in my path. Meetings like this remind me of the importance of connection and the exchange of ideas in our personal and professional growth.

 

Thank you, Kandi, for sharing your knowledge and energy. I hope our connection is the beginning of a fruitful and mutually enriching collaboration.

 

Dr. Kandi Wiens | Meritxell Obiols | Coach

2 January, 2025

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Today I want to talk about gratitude, one of the most powerful emotional competencies for any leader

From Philadelphia, where I celebrate Thanksgiving surrounded by a culture that deeply values this day, I reflect on how this concept can transform not only our personal lives, but also our leadership.

 

As leaders, we face constant challenges:

✔️ Strategic decisions with impact on our teams
✔️ The pressure to meet our own expectations
✔️ And that difficult balance between our professional and personal lives

 

But if there’s one thing I’ve learned working with leaders like you, it’s that gratitude helps us move forward even in the most challenging moments.

 

Gratitude for the challenges that make us grow.
Gratitude for the teams that accompany us along the way.
Gratitude for the small moments of connection with those who matter most to us.

 

Today, I want to invite you to pause and reflect: What has been a challenge that you are now grateful for?

 

What small victory marked your year?

 

What positive impact have you had on others through your leadership? I am grateful for the opportunity to be here, living in a city that has welcomed me with open arms, and to be able to accompany exceptional leaders on their journey to more emotional and effective leadership.

 

May this day inspire us to lead with more empathy, balance and gratitude.

 

What are you most grateful for this year?

 

 

30 November, 2024

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