Today’s conversation on Your Partner In Success Radio with Roberta Fernandez was a strong reminder that emotional intelligence is practical, learnable, and central to real change. We talked about AHARA and why awareness is the starting point for growth, especially for leaders navigating uncertainty.

We also dug into the human side of change. Why we resist it, how identity and “needing to be right” can keep us stuck, and the personality dynamics that either support progress or quietly stall it. Roberta broke down how the subconscious drives patterns, why self-talk matters more than we think, and how shifting your focus can change your choices.

The big takeaway: when leaders understand themselves, they lead better. When teams understand what’s really driving emotions and behavior, communication improves, resistance drops, and forward motion gets a lot easier.

If this conversation resonated with you, don’t let it end here. Take one idea you heard today and apply it — whether that’s increasing your own awareness, having a different kind of conversation with your team, or rethinking how you approach change.

To learn more about Roberta’s work, explore her resources, or see how emotional intelligence can support your leadership and organization, connect with Roberta Fernandez directly.

And if you found value in this episode, share it with a colleague, a leader, or a team that’s navigating change right now. Subscribe to Your Partner In Success Radio so you don’t miss conversations like this one, and I’ll see you next time.

Show Notes

Change, Identity, and the Subconscious: Emotional Intelligence Tools for Real Behavior Shift with Roberta Fernandez

Roberta Fernandez is an experienced corporate trainer and Integrative Emotional Intelligence Specialist. She is a Master Practitioner of NLP and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist, a combination that gives her deep insight into how people think, communicate, and behave.

Her client experience spans a wide range of organizations, including Kemps, Sam’s Club, Target, Optum, Pentair, government agencies, academic institutions, and private small businesses.

As a professional development consultant, Roberta works closely with leaders and managers to assess strengths and gaps, offering clear recommendations to help organizations embrace the 10 Secrets of Success of emotionally intelligent companies, strengthen culture, and move into a higher level of performance and impact.

Connect with Roberta Fernandez:  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Amazon

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