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The man behind over 6500 personal interviews across 6 continents
“Rick's powerful and emotional message was one of our highest rated keynotes ever.”
-Charles Meyers, President & CEO
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Dr. Rick Stevenson is a renowned expert in the field of emotional intelligence, a Hollywood film maker, an author, and an internationally known keynote speaker. Dr. Stevenson's passion lies in the transformative power of storytelling and its ability to foster emotional intelligence in individuals and organizations alike. With a proven track record of helping corporations achieve greater connectivity, resilience, and success, Dr. Stevenson offers insightful and engaging talks that are tailored to your specific needs. Through his years of experience and expertise, Dr. Stevenson has become a leading voice in the field of emotional intelligence and its role in corporate culture.
His key insight is that a company’s human story is their most valuable asset.
What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional Intelligence(EQ) It is the ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. When individuals possess high levels of EQ, they are better equipped to handle stress, communicate effectively, and build positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
This translates to increased productivity in the workplace because individuals with high EQ are better able to manage their time, prioritize tasks, and collaborate effectively with others. They are also more resilient in the face of setbacks or challenges, enabling them to stay focused and productive in the long term.
Furthermore, high EQ is also linked to increased profitability because individuals with high EQ are better at understanding and meeting the needs of clients and customers. They are more adept at building positive relationships and providing exceptional customer service, which leads to increased loyalty and repeat business.
In short, EQ is a key component of success in the workplace because it enables individuals to manage their own emotions, build positive relationships, and communicate effectively with others, all of which contribute to increased productivity and profitability.
Overall, unleashing your EQ in the corporate world can lead to a more positive and productive work environment, which can have a positive impact on the bottom line through increased employee engagement, improved customer service, and better decision-making.
Through StoryQ, The 5000 Days Project, Prodigy Camp, The Human Library Initiative and more, Rick is on a mission to help create a generation of self-empowered game-changers who realize that the choices they make every moment of every day can help them become exactly who they wish to be.
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About Dr. Rick Stevenson
Rick Stevenson has filmed over 6500 in-depth interviews across 6 continents using his StoryQ method of inquiry dedicated to raising emotional intelligence. He is a creative and passionate combination of award-winning filmmaker and Doctor of Philosophy from Oxford University.
He has directed, produced and/or written twelve feature films and 100 hours of television working with artists such as Robert Redford, Hugh Grant, Christopher Plummer, Kiefer Sutherland, Meg Ryan, and Patrick Dempsey. He’s an author, a public speaker, a husband, and a father of four who splits his time between Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia.