Conflict is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be destructive. In this episode of Mission of Greatness, we explore how mastering conflict resolution can elevate relationships, strengthen teams, and unlock personal growth.

You’ll hear two powerful real-life stories:

• Lisa & Jasmine, lifelong friends who salvaged their bond through emotional honesty after months of silence and hurt.

• Omar, a team supervisor, whose leadership flourished after resolving a tense workplace conflict through structured communication and accountability.

We also unpack two insightful research studies:

• A 2023 study highlighting essential team-based conflict resolution skills like empathy, constructive feedback, and role clarity.

• The Gottman Institute’s landmark findings on how emotional intelligence—not logic—determines whether relationship conflict heals or harms.

✅ Learn:

• 10 ways to prevent unnecessary conflict

• 10 actionable strategies to resolve it with grace

• How conflict resolution supports growth for professionals, parents, couples, friends, and communities

• Why unchecked assumptions often spark conflict—and how to challenge them with empathy and curiosity

Whether you're managing a team, nurturing a relationship, or building bridges in your community, this episode will give you the tools to turn tension into transformation.

🎧 Listen now and make conflict resolution part of your Mission of Greatness.

What does it truly take to thrive in your career, relationships, and personal growth? It’s not just IQ, strategy, or hard work—it’s emotional intelligence (EQ). In this powerful episode of Mission of Greatness, we explore the science, stories, and strategies behind EQ and why it’s one of the most essential life skills of our time.

We break down the five core elements of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and how each one contributes to both personal and professional transformation.

You’ll hear two compelling real-life stories:

Maya, a high-performing but emotionally distant leader, whose EQ awakening transformed her leadership style, team dynamics, and career trajectory.

David, a single father who rebuilt a loving, emotionally safe home for his children by learning to listen, regulate, and connect with vulnerability.

We also dive into two landmark research studies:

The meta-analytic investigation by Dr. Vanessa Urch Druskat and Dr. Steven B. Wolff revealed how emotionally intelligent teams consistently outperform technically gifted teams because of trust, communication, and collaboration.

The study by Dr. Marc Brackett, Dr. Susan Rivers, and Dr. Peter Salovey linked high EQ with lower anxiety, better interpersonal relationships, and greater long-term mental well-being.

Whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, navigating friendships, or showing up for your community—this episode gives you practical insights and reflective tools to strengthen your emotional intelligence and lead with heart.

This week’s reflection: What area of emotional intelligence do you most want to strengthen—and what’s one small action you can take to start?

🎧 Available now on all major platforms.

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Have you ever felt stuck doing something that pays the bills but drains your soul? In this episode of The Mission of Greatness, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to find your passion—and how to turn it into a life path that feels fulfilling, sustainable, and impactful.

You’ll hear Jake’s story, a successful engineer who found his real spark through tutoring and slowly turned it into a thriving online education platform. And then there’s Lindsay, a corporate professional who rediscovered her joy by helping others prepare for job interviews—eventually turning her side passion into a purpose-driven coaching business.

We also break down two powerful research studies:
The Passion Paradox Study by Dr. Robert Vallerand explains the difference between healthy and harmful passion, and how finding balance leads to greater creativity and well-being.
The Curiosity Study by Dr. Todd Kashdan, which proves that passion is rarely “found” but instead built over time through exploration and trying new things.

If you’re wondering how to discover what truly lights you up—or how to take the first step toward making your passion part of your purpose—this episode is for you.

This week’s challenge: Take one small action toward something you’ve always been curious about.
Tune in now, and start walking the path toward your own Mission of Greatness.

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