Emotional regulation is one of the most critical leadership skills—but also one of the hardest to master. In this episode, Tim and Junior break down how leaders can stay composed in the face of dissent and bad news, why emotional responses shape workplace culture, and practical strategies to strengthen self-regulation.
Key Takeaways:
✔️ Why dissent and bad news are leadership landmines
✔️ How unregulated emotions lead to toxic cultures
✔️ Strategies to handle tough conversations with confidence
✔️ Creating psychological safety in your team
✔️ The power of pausing before reacting
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Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Why Emotional Regulation is Critical
02:50 – The Leadership Challenges of Dissent & Bad News
07:30 – The Hidden Cost of Poor Emotional Responses
12:15 – How Leaders Can Reframe Dissent as Opportunity
16:40 – Handling Bad News Without Panic or Frustration
21:05 – Creating Psychological Safety in Your Organization
25:30 – The Agreeableness Bias & Why Leaders Must Invite Dissent
30:10 – The Importance of Avoiding Backchannel Complaints
35:45 – Practical Strategies to Regulate Emotions in High-Stakes Moments
40:20 – Closing Thoughts & Leadership Takeaways
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