Free Lesson
How to Use EQ to Lead When Your Project Is on Fire
30 min
Mar 13, 2026 11:00 AM
Virtual (Zoom)
In this video
What you'll learn
How to stay composed when your project is falling apart
Recognize your personal stress triggers and apply a reset technique before reacting in high-stakes project moments
How to calm your project team when tension is high
Use intentional language and body language cues that de-escalate pressure instead of amplifying it.
How to read what your project team really feels
Spot the emotional undercurrent in high-pressure project situations so you can address what's really going on.
How to defuse blowups in project meetings fast
Redirect heated project conversations toward solutions using a simple reframing approach.
Why this topic matters
Deadlines are slipping. Stakeholders are frustrated. Your team is stressed and looking at you. In moments like these, your technical skills won't save the project. Your emotional intelligence will. This session gives you practical EQ tools to stay composed, lead through chaos, and keep your team moving when everything feels like it's falling apart.
You'll learn from
Justin Bateh, PhD
CEO | 25,000+ learners | 80+ Projects | 8x Awards | LinkedIn Learning Instructor
Dr. Carolyn Frost
Work Life Intelligence Expert