The case for emotional intelligence: A leadership conversation with Vlad Moskovski

In this episode of Catalyst, Tammy talks with Vlad Moskovski, executive coach and founder of VM Consulting. Vlad began his career in environmental design before shifting his focus to people, systems and leadership. Today, he helps organizations build resilient cultures through emotional and somatic intelligence. Tammy and Vlad explore why emotional intelligence is often overlooked in leadership and why that needs to change.

Highlights from the episode include:

• Somatic intelligence is the next frontier. Listening to both the body and the brain can shift how you approach conflict, feedback and communication. Physical cues like tight shoulders or flushed cheeks can serve as early warning systems that something deeper is going on.
• Curiosity creates connection. When we listen closely and observe, we ask better questions. A great question goes beyond the surface to probe for meaning and motivation. It’s the difference between, “What do you do for work?” and “How did you get interested in that?”
• AI for coaching and creativity. From career prompts to purpose discovery, people are using AI for personal development more than ever. Vlad shares a prompt he developed to help people articulate their story and what drives them.

Check out the full episode for more on leading with clarity in high-stress situations and what Wonder Woman has to do with it all.

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