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Joshua Freedman is the co-founder and CEO of Six Seconds, a global non-profit dedicated to teaching people how to use emotional intelligence (EQ). He is a master certified coach, an instructor for Columbia Teachers College Summer Principals Academy, and for Antioch University. He is also the author of 5 emotional intelligence books, including the best-selling At the Heart of Leadership: How to Get Results with Emotional Intelligence.  Show-Notes:“Emotional Intelligence is about getting this emotional data and using it to effectively solve problems.” [9:56] What is emotional intelligence? What is it not? EQ expert Josh Freedman dispels the myths and explains how emotional intelligence is more than just being nice and positive. There is not one single way to be emotionally intelligent; there are many ways to find resolutions—confronting, ignoring, and working through—all of which are unique to the problem and other emotional factors. “When people feel more anxious and isolated, they move into more primal reactions…  This kind of tribalism is part of what we’re seeing in polarization, not just in the US but all over the world.” [20:22] Josh comments on the problems and difficulties caused by these tribal reactions, as seen in the decline of EQ in the last two years. It’s hard to love, to lead, to collaborate…  Making the presence of EQ more valuable and important than ever before. “I’m not saying change who you are; I’m saying use who you are and use it better to get the results you’re really looking for. Not just short term wins.” [27:28] We all have the ability to learn and grow.  It may take time and maybe be a big shift, but Josh says with work, it is possible. And as Marcel says, you need to exercise those emotional muscles, to create new synapses and increase emotional intelligence.“[As leaders, we need to think], let me understand what’s going on for this person or this group of people and figure out what’s going on and how we can overcome that so we can work together and get results.” [35:14] There is no denying that there is a great generational difference in EQ. Josh dives into the research of State of the Heart, where he explains that post pandemic the younger generations, Gen Z and Millennials experience the greatest loss in connection. This creates a big emotional barrier at work, especially when generations are coming into the same place of work on different playing fields.“EQ values have to become part of the DNA of how you work.” [38:22] Okay, leaders, you're all in and ready to invest in the EQ of your organization… Josh tells you what not to do, slap a training on the sign or haphazardly invest in an external coach. While coaching and training are important, Josh and Marcel agree that the values and actions of emotional intelligence must be reinforced and become ingrained in the organization.“That little pivot from I to WE (I’m seeing this; how can WE work on it?) will totally shift your conversations around performance and motivation.” [42:16] Josh has a practical tip for leaders on employee motivation. You don’t have to sacrifice performance for EQ; instead, you will find greater performance. The key is to think….are we leading tasks or are we leading people?Mentioned in this episode:State of the Heart EQ ResearchSix Seconds Six Seconds | LinkedInSix Seconds (@6secondseq) on InstagramSix Seconds (@6secondseq) on Twitter Six Seconds on Facebook 

Joshua Freedman is the co-founder and CEO of Six Seconds, a global non-profit dedicated to teaching people how to use emotional intelligence (EQ). He is a master certified coach, an instructor for Columbia Teachers College Summer Principals Academy, and for Antioch University. He is also the author of 5 emotional intelligence books, including the best-selling At the Heart of Leadership: How to Get Results with Emotional Intelligence.   Show-Notes:<ul><li>“Emotional Intelligence is about getting this emotional data and using it to effectively solve problems.” [9:56] What is emotional intelligence? What is it not? EQ expert Josh Freedman dispels the myths and explains how emotional intelligence is more than just being nice and positive. There is not one single way to be emotionally intelligent; there are many ways to find resolutions—confronting, ignoring, and working through—all of which are unique to the problem and other emotional factors. </li><li>“When people feel more anxious and isolated, they move into more primal reactions…  This kind of tribalism is part of what we’re seeing in polarization, not just in the US but all over the world.” [20:22] Josh comments on the problems and difficulties caused by these tribal reactions, as seen in the decline of EQ in the last two years. It’s hard to love, to lead, to collaborate…  Making the presence of EQ more valuable and important than ever before. </li><li>“I’m not saying change who you are; I’m saying use who you are and use it better to get the results you’re really looking for. Not just short term wins.” [27:28] We all have the ability to learn and grow.  It may take time and maybe be a big shift, but Josh says with work, it is possible. And as Marcel says, you need to exercise those emotional muscles, to create new synapses and increase emotional intelligence.</li><li>“[As leaders, we need to think], let me understand what’s going on for this person or this group of people and figure out what’s going on and how we can overcome that so we can work together and get results.” [35:14] There is no denying that there is a great generational difference in EQ. Josh dives into the research of State of the Heart, where he explains that post pandemic the younger generations, Gen Z and Millennials experience the greatest loss in connection. This creates a big emotional barrier at work, especially when generations are coming into the same place of work on different playing fields.</li><li>“EQ values have to become part of the DNA of how you work.” [38:22] Okay, leaders, you're all in and ready to invest in the EQ of your organization… Josh tells you what not to do, slap a training on the sign or haphazardly invest in an external coach. While coaching and training are important, Josh and Marcel agree that the values and actions of emotional intelligence must be reinforced and become ingrained in the organization.</li><li>“That little pivot from I to WE (I’m seeing this; how can WE work on it?) will totally shift your conversations around performance and motivation.” [42:16] Josh has a practical tip for leaders on employee motivation. You don’t have to sacrifice performance for EQ; instead, you will find greater performance. The key is to think….are we leading tasks or are we leading people?</li></ul> Mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://www.6seconds.org/emotional-intelligence/research/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">State of the Heart EQ Research</a> <a href="https://www.6seconds.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Seconds</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/six-seconds/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Seconds | LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/6secondseq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Seconds (@6secondseq) on Instagram</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/6secondseq" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Seconds (@6secondseq) on Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sixseconds/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Seconds on Facebook</a>

Josh Freedman: Emotional Intelligence and How to Use It to Get Results

Episode 163 features Part 2 of Dave's talk on the No BS Show with Josh Freedman, the CabbyGo Founder and President.Part 1 explains the story of how CabbyGo was released on New Year’s Eve in 2012 and provided 60 rides that first night as an MVP. The show continues further in this episode with the background behind the development and technology of his company.CabbyGo is a unique service where drivers choose the fare which allows them to outbid other drivers for the rider in a 45-second countdown in the app. Riders then pick the best option for them based on pricing, timing, vehicle, etc.In this episode, Josh continues by talking about the road to building his brand, through previous business ventures with different companies across the country. He continues by expressing the importance of his mentors and shares personal No BS experiences. Together, Dave and Josh elaborate on how we are all indeed a product of our environment.Download The CabbyGo App Today!The No BS Show is brought to you by audible.com Get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/NoBS. Try a book like Real Food, Fake Food: Why You Don’t Know What You’re Eating and What You Can Do About It by Larry Olmsted.

Episode 163 features Part 2 of Dave's talk on the No BS Show with Josh Freedman, the CabbyGo Founder and President.Part 1 explains the story of how CabbyGo was released on New Year’s Eve in 2012 and provided 60 rides that first night as an MVP. The show continues further in this episode with the background behind the development and technology of his company.CabbyGo is a unique service where drivers choose the fare which allows them to outbid other drivers for the rider in a 45-second countdown in the app. Riders then pick the best option for them based on pricing, timing, vehicle, <a href="http://etc.In" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">etc.In</a> this episode, Josh continues by talking about the road to building his brand, through previous business ventures with different companies across the country. He continues by expressing the importance of his mentors and shares personal No BS experiences. Together, Dave and Josh elaborate on how we are all indeed a product of our environment.Download The CabbyGo App Today!The No BS Show is brought to you by <a href="http://audible.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audible.com</a> Get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial at <a href="http://www.audibletrial.com/NoBS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.audibletrial.com/NoBS</a>. Try a book like Real Food, Fake Food: Why You Don’t Know What You’re Eating and What You Can Do About It by Larry Olmsted.

163: Josh Freedman and the CabbyGo Story Part 2

In Episode 162, Dave talks with Josh Freedman, Founder and President of CabbyGo, a new ridesharing app focused on both riders and drivers that was recently launched in Pittsburgh.Josh likes to say "Drivers bid, you win!" The service is unique in that drivers choose the fare which allows them to outbid other drivers for the rider in a 45-second countdown in the app. Riders then pick the best option for them based on pricing, timing, vehicle, etc.Josh tells the story of how CabbyGo was released on New Year's Eve in 2012 and provided 60 rides that first night as an MVP.  CabbyGo aspires to change the rideshare market and become the Airbnb of autonomous vehicles.Download The CabbyGo App Today!The No BS Show is brought to you by audible.com Get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/NoBS. Try a book like Real Food, Fake Food: Why You Don't Know What You're Eating and What You Can Do About It by Larry Olmsted.

In Episode 162, Dave talks with Josh Freedman, Founder and President of CabbyGo, a new ridesharing app focused on both riders and drivers that was recently launched in Pittsburgh.Josh likes to say "Drivers bid, you win!" The service is unique in that drivers choose the fare which allows them to outbid other drivers for the rider in a 45-second countdown in the app. Riders then pick the best option for them based on pricing, timing, vehicle, etc.Josh tells the story of how CabbyGo was released on New Year's Eve in 2012 and provided 60 rides that first night as an MVP.  CabbyGo aspires to change the rideshare market and become the Airbnb of autonomous vehicles.Download The CabbyGo App Today!The No BS Show is brought to you by <a href="http://audible.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audible.com</a> Get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial at <a href="http://www.audibletrial.com/NoBS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.audibletrial.com/NoBS</a>. Try a book like Real Food, Fake Food: Why You Don't Know What You're Eating and What You Can Do About It by Larry Olmsted.

162: Josh Freedman and the CabbyGo Story