Renee Lertzman on the Importance of Emotional Intelligence for Climate Action

They explore how understanding human behaviour is crucial for effective climate action, the importance of emotional processing in leadership, and the need for resilience among sustainability leaders. Renee emphasises the role of community and relational dynamics in fostering meaningful change, and offers insights on how to create supportive environments for dialogue and connection at events.

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Takeaways

• Human dimensions are crucial for effective leadership in sustainability.
• Emotional processing is essential for understanding climate issues and for generating action.
• Organizations must create spaces for reflection and dialogue.
• Resilience is a key competency for leaders in sustainability.Investing in human development is vital for effective leadership.
• Curating meaningful connections can enhance engagement at events.
• Understanding affective responses can improve communication strategies.
• Small group interactions foster deeper connections and understanding.
• Self-awareness is critical for navigating leadership challenges.