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Emotionally healthy leadership session 4
Emotionally healthy leadership session 4
Emotionally healthy leadership session 4
Monday 12th January 2026
Dr. Rick Marks explores emotional maturity in leadership, offering insights and practical steps for personal and professional growth.
31 minutes
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Encouraging
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Episode Overview
- Emotional maturity sets the tone for effective leadership.
- Understand the four stages of emotional development.
- Immature leaders create fear; mature leaders build trust.
- Self-awareness is crucial for personal and professional growth.
- Practical steps can guide you toward becoming a mature leader.
"The maturity of a leader is the ceiling of the organisation."
What makes a leader truly effective? Dr. Rick Marks tackles this question in the fourth session of his emotionally healthy leadership series, taking listeners on a journey through the emotional stages of development. With co-host Angelia Savage, Dr. Rick explores how emotional maturity—or the lack thereof—can make or break leadership and organisational success.
He candidly shares his own experiences, including his transformation from an emotionally immature adult to a mature leader, illustrating the profound impact emotional growth can have on personal and professional relationships. Dr. Rick discusses the four emotional stages: infantile, childish, adolescent, and mature adults. Each stage is dissected with relatable examples and insights into how they manifest in leadership roles.
You'll hear about the pitfalls of emotionally immature leaders who create environments filled with fear and instability, versus mature leaders who foster trust and high performance. In a humorous yet poignant style, Dr. Rick challenges listeners to self-assess their emotional maturity and offers practical steps for improvement. Whether you're leading a team or navigating personal relationships, this episode provides valuable lessons on the importance of emotional intelligence and maturity. Dr.
Rick's storytelling and personal anecdotes offer a compelling reminder that growth is possible at any stage of life. So, are you ready to take a look in the mirror and ask yourself what kind of leader you are? The path to emotional maturity starts with awareness and a willingness to change.