Robin Hills Talks About Emotional Resilience and Leadership

A Productive Conversation

In this Flashback Friday episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Robin Hills, author of The Authority Guide to Emotional Resilience in Business. Robin is an expert in emotional intelligence and resilience, with over 35 years of experience in business and personal development. His work is rooted in helping individuals and organizations thrive through emotional intelligence, neuroscience, and positive psychology.

During our conversation, Robin unpacks the nuances of resilience, debunking common myths and exploring how leaders can foster resilience within their teams. We also discuss the fine line between coping and resilience, and why emotional awareness is critical in navigating adversity.

Key Discussion Points

• The paradox of resilience: how adversity strengthens us.
• Why "bouncing back" isn’t true resilience—and what is.
• Coping versus resilience: the critical distinctions.
• How leaders can foster emotional resilience in their organizations.
• The role of emotional intelligence in building resilience.
• Why resilience is often misunderstood and overused in business contexts.

This conversation is packed with actionable insights and strategies for anyone looking to develop a deeper understanding of resilience in the workplace and beyond. (Originally released October 2022)

Links Worth Exploring

• Connect with Robin: Website | LinkedIn
• Check out his book: The Authority Guide to Emotional Resilience in Business
• Register for Robin’s EI4Change courses here
• Related Conversation: Episode 489: Constance Dierickx Talks About Meta-Leadership Insights And Decision Mastery
• Related Blog Post: Why Reading Leadership Books will Boost Your Productivity

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