When it comes to leading companies and attracting the best talent you can find, we often think of someone with a high IQ as the most desirable candidate. While that may be the case, it is essential to find candidates with high emotional intelligence, also known as EQ. So what does that mean, and why is it so important? In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? Podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson welcome veteran communications executive Rich Jernstedt to the program to discuss ‘The Value of EQ’.
The Jernstedt Company specializes in strategic communications. Rich has experience in military public affairs, corporate communications departments and agencies. He was CEO for 12 of his 26 years at Golin; EVP at FleishmanHillard for seven years; and consulted with Porter Novelli for five. His expertise includes strategic planning, coaching, business development, and reputation management. He also consults with Prosper Group, a team of former agency owners and CEOs who counsel communications firms on performance, organization, exit planning, and M&A
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