Workshop Overview

HR is evolving—and your leadership should too.

Today, HR leaders and practitioners are no longer just support partners. They’re strategic drivers of culture, people, and performance. As workplace complexity increases, emotional intelligence (EQ) is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Emotions shape how we think, decide, and interact. They influence our relationships, performance, creativity, and well-being every day. EQ isn’t about being “nice”—it’s about being effective. At its core, EQ enables you to bring out the best in yourself and in others.

By strengthening your EQ, HR professionals are better equipped to:

• Improve team collaboration and communication across teams
• Lead through change with greater resilience and clarity
• Support employee engagement and well-being
• Contribute to a healthier and more productive workplace culture

Lead with Greater Influence

The EQ for HR workshop equips you with practical, actionable skills to lead with confidence, empathy, and resilience—even when stakes are high.

This interactive training is led by a Certified TalentSmart™ EQ trainer based on the tools and research from Wall Street Journal bestseller Emotional Intelligence 2.0.

Why This Training Matters

EQ is the foundation for the critical skills and behaviors required for effective leadership at any level and enables us to be more adaptable and capable in ways that impact our lives every day.

MEET OUR PRESENTER

Kathleen Schindler brings over 25 years of global experience in Human Resources, with a focus on talent acquisition, talent management, and organizational development. She has held leadership roles at prominent companies including Syngenta, Butterball, Simplot, and Micron Technology. Throughout her career, Kathleen has worked across all levels of an organization—from the plant floor to executive leadership—gaining a comprehensive understanding of the skills and capabilities required to drive success. 

Kathleen is certified in Korn Ferry’s Leadership Architecture and is a certified trainer in Leadership and Team Emotional Intelligence (EQ). She is also trained in Human Capital Strategy and High-Performance Accountability. A graduate of the University of San Francisco with degrees in Psychological Services and Sociology, Kathleen was a Davies Scholar and a Division I volleyball athlete. 

Today, she leads KS Consulting (Act III Thrive!), specializing in emotional intelligence and talent development. Her work focuses on strengthening the human-centered skills that power effective talent strategies—enabling organizations to grow their people and their businesses.

Snacks and Lunch will be provided.