Leaning into excellence and growth
True excellence is found in how we consistently show up.

With the Winter Games currently lighting up the rinks and slopes of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo – it’s hard not to be inspired by the focus and grit on display. Whether it’s a figure skater landing a high-stakes jump or a curling team working in perfect sync, we are witnessing the powerful result of years of preparation finally meeting the moment.
In leadership, our “medal moments” rarely happen on a global stage. Instead, they occur in the quiet, daily practice of emotional intelligence – how we stay grounded under pressure and how we show up for our teams when the stakes feel high. True excellence is found in how we consistently show up – with empathy, clarity, and purpose – both in our workplaces and our personal lives.
In the months ahead, we look forward to exploring new ways to apply these skills to foster growth in your leadership and your relationships.
Upcoming opportunities
- March, EQ Certification: now is the perfect time to sharpen your toolkit. Join us this March to get certified in the world’s first scientific assessment of emotional intelligence: the EQ-i 2.0 / EQ 360.
- March webinar: EI, AI – Oh! The critical role of emotional intelligence in the age of artificial intelligence. Join EITC for this free webinar on how we should think about AI given that EI is getting greater recognition as a determinant of leadership and organizational effectiveness.
- May, Supporting Women Experiencing Partner Abuse: Jill Cory and the When Love Hurts team are offering a vital course: Certified Training for Professionals Supporting Women Experiencing Partner Abuse. This online training provides powerful insights and practical skills to help you effectively support women in crisis.
- Listen & Learn: The When Love Hurts Podcast: In the meantime, don’t miss the first season of the new When Love Hurts podcast – it is a profound resource for anyone committed to meaningful advocacy and support.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills, expand your impact, or simply stay connected, we’re glad you’re here.






