Episode 397: Unlock Your Potential Empathy & EQ with Jevon Wooden

Above The Business

In this episode, Bradley Hamner talks with Jevon Wooden, a speaker, coach, and consultant who helps people unlock their potential through empathy and emotional intelligence (EQ). Jevon’s story of overcoming tough challenges to becoming a decorated leader gives him a unique understanding of how EQ can change lives and businesses.

With experience in the military, business, and top organizations around the world, Jevon brings a mix of practical strategies and insights. As a certified DISC and EQ-i 2.0 assessor, he goes beyond just inspiring leaders—he gives them the tools to improve both themselves and their teams. His methods for building strong, high-performing teams have even been featured in Forbes and Entrepreneur.

Jevon’s main focus is helping leaders use emotional intelligence to boost employee engagement and retention. He explains it through a simple formula:

Eq_Leader → Increased (Ψ Safety & ET & EM) = Improved Employee Engagement & Retention.

This means that when leaders develop their EQ, they help create a safe space (Ψ-Safety) where employees feel comfortable taking risks and sharing ideas. They build trust (ET) by being consistent and fair. And they motivate their teams (EM) by setting clear goals and recognizing achievements.

The result? A workplace where employees feel valued, safe, and motivated to do their best. This leads to better employee engagement, which means people are more committed and likely to stay with the company longer.

Through his workshops and keynotes, Jevon helps business leaders put these ideas into action. His strategies are designed to help leaders build teams that work well together, where employees feel appreciated and motivated to achieve great results.

Connect with Jevon online: https://jevonwooden.com/

Follow Jevon on LinkedIn: HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/JEVONWOODEN/

Check out Jevon's podcast: https://podcasts.fame.so/design-your-life-and-business-the-podcast-for-leaders

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