Laura Berger
Do you know that person who can walk into any room and seamlessly converse with others, regardless of their background? That individual likely has a high social intelligence. Arguably more important than a high IQ, social intelligence largely determines the quality of our relationships and is essential to our success. As a driver of our … Read more
“Stop shoulding yourself” has taken the world by storm—from Tony Robbins to Sex in the City—with many arguing that this six-letter word is intrinsically harmful and shame-inducing. Some bloggers have even called for “should” to be eliminated from our vocabulary. So, how did this once inconsequential word garner such a bad rap? After all, isn’t it just a … Read more
My recent keynote topic at a Women Corporate Directors event was “The Brains of the Board — How to Drive an Effective Board.” Much of my discussion centered around neurochemistry, in turn, sparking conversations about gender differences in the brain and then segued into the all-so-familiar topic of diversity in the boardroom. Gender diversity invokes … Read more
What does a boa constrictor have to do with emotional intelligence and leadership? Check out her recent podcast with REGINA BARR, MBA, MA where we answer that question and reveal the #1 success factor for leaders today.
KEY POINTS When emotions are running high, it’s not always easy to make the best decisions. Paying attention to your body can help you handle difficult moments with greater ease. These techniques, based on somatic intelligence, can lower your stress level and boost resilience. Difficult moments are inevitable. And handling them well is not a … Read more
In this episode with Laura Berger, Certified Executive Coach and founder of Berdéo Group, she shares her wisdom bytes on the importance of emotional intelligence and how you can strengthen it, as well as cultivating self- awareness and executive presence for “whole” leadership.
“Overnight success stories take a long time.” –Steve Jobs You are stuck. While I am an executive and not a life coach, I uncover stuck-ness at some point in my coaching cycle with every client. But just like everything else in life, the same forces apply to the intangibles as to what we can see and touch. … Read more
CED’s Shareholder Versus Stakeholder podcast series consists of compelling conversation with CEOs about whether there is a shift towards stakeholder capitalism underway and the implications of the debate on the CEOs’ leadership roles within their companies and in society.
KEY POINTS Virtuous leaders, distinguished as ethical and value-laden, often wield far more power than their counterparts. When people and true fulfillment are second to outcomes and profit, virtue is neglected. The key to effective leadership is focusing on being a person of character instead of the main character. An all-too-common pitfall many leaders experience … Read more
Laura Berger, PCC has captivated and inspired tens of thousands of leaders and professional superstars to balance peak performance with a gratifying life.