37 min

Mastering Social & Emotional Intelligence in the Service Industry Service Evolution

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Summary
Join hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson for an enlightening discussion on the critical role of social and emotional intelligence in the service industry. In this episode, they dive deep into the interplay of these vital skills and how they shape interactions and leadership within service-oriented businesses. Shawn, with his dynamic background in company development, and Jim, bringing his straightforward insights, explore how understanding and harnessing these aspects of intelligence can lead to more effective and empathetic leadership and service delivery. 
In our increasingly digital world, where remote work and Zoom interactions often leave us feeling disconnected, Shawn and Jim discuss the challenges and solutions to maintaining and enhancing essential skills like self-awareness and empathy to drive the overall success of service-oriented businesses. They'll also talk about the unique pressures and cultural considerations that affect how different roles within a company—from field technicians to executive staff—develop and utilize these essential skills.
Whether you're leading a team or interacting with clients, this episode is packed with actionable advice and lighthearted moments to help you enhance your professional and personal interactions. Don't miss this engaging exploration of the less talked about but essential skills that can elevate your service game to the next level.

Show Notes
(0:00) Introduction 
(2:51) Emotional Intelligence in the Service Industry
(6:33) How Zoom Fatigue Impacts Emotional Intelligence
(10:03) Social Intelligence vs. Emotional Intelligence
(11:51) Social Intelligence’s Role in Leadership
(18:39) Teaching Emotional Intelligence to New Hires
(22:31) Strategies for Improving Social and Emotional Intelligence
(26:43) Teaching Different Roles Social and Emotional Intelligence
(32:41) Closing Thoughts

Links
Shawn Black
Jim Robinson 
CGP Maintenance and Construction

Summary
Join hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson for an enlightening discussion on the critical role of social and emotional intelligence in the service industry. In this episode, they dive deep into the interplay of these vital skills and how they shape interactions and leadership within service-oriented businesses. Shawn, with his dynamic background in company development, and Jim, bringing his straightforward insights, explore how understanding and harnessing these aspects of intelligence can lead to more effective and empathetic leadership and service delivery. 
In our increasingly digital world, where remote work and Zoom interactions often leave us feeling disconnected, Shawn and Jim discuss the challenges and solutions to maintaining and enhancing essential skills like self-awareness and empathy to drive the overall success of service-oriented businesses. They'll also talk about the unique pressures and cultural considerations that affect how different roles within a company—from field technicians to executive staff—develop and utilize these essential skills.
Whether you're leading a team or interacting with clients, this episode is packed with actionable advice and lighthearted moments to help you enhance your professional and personal interactions. Don't miss this engaging exploration of the less talked about but essential skills that can elevate your service game to the next level.

Show Notes
(0:00) Introduction 
(2:51) Emotional Intelligence in the Service Industry
(6:33) How Zoom Fatigue Impacts Emotional Intelligence
(10:03) Social Intelligence vs. Emotional Intelligence
(11:51) Social Intelligence’s Role in Leadership
(18:39) Teaching Emotional Intelligence to New Hires
(22:31) Strategies for Improving Social and Emotional Intelligence
(26:43) Teaching Different Roles Social and Emotional Intelligence
(32:41) Closing Thoughts

Links
Shawn Black
Jim Robinson 
CGP Maintenance and Construction

37 min