Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, community, and progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry, this podcast isn’t about preaching or claiming to have all the answers. Instead, it’s a platform for honest, thought-provoking conversations exploring how to create positive, actionable change in and through sports.
Born from a passion for progress, Pre-Zero Sports Talk explores the pressing topics shaping our world today—leadership, innovation, community impact, performance and well-being, regenerative agriculture, governance, and more. Each episode goes beyond the surface, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
This is a space for real conversations with real people about real issues—conversations that challenge norms, break barriers, and spark action. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, industry leader, or someone seeking to make a difference, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Subscribe now to join a movement that informs, entertains, and empowers. Together, let’s redefine the role of sports in building a cleaner, safer, and more connected world—one episode at a time.
Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Leadership Redefined: Emotional Intelligence and Team Performance
In episode 36, host Sid Bensalah interviews Ronald Reich, a leadership development coach with over 30 years of experience. Ron shares actionable insights on emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and leadership excellence.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- The role of emotional intelligence in decision-making and effective leadership.
- How to deliver constructive feedback without triggering defensiveness.
- The first steps to building high-performing teams in high-pressure environments.
- Strategies for handling conflict and repairing broken trust within teams.
- How leaders can develop resilience and avoid burnout in demanding roles.
- The importance of self-awareness and understanding personal strengths and limitations.
Highlights:
- Ron’s transition from HR to executive coaching and lessons learned along the way.
- A powerful feedback story that transformed a team dynamic.
- Real-life examples of leaders navigating change and overcoming resistance.
- How emotional intelligence and empathy shape successful leadership.
Quickfire Q&A:
Ron also answers lightning-round questions, sharing his favorite leadership book, advice for self-awareness, and his perspective on building resilience.
Quote from the Episode:
"Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out." — John Wooden
Tune in to gain practical leadership insights and strategies to transform your team leadership approach.
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