The Practice of Leadership: Emotional Intelligence, Self‑Awareness, and the Power to Shift

In this dynamic and deeply insightful conversation, host C. Eric Collier, "The Mayor of Motivation," sits down with Dr. Larry Frazier—a PhD in Organizational Development, executive coach, leadership strategist, military veteran, and world traveler—to unpack the real work of leadership: the inner work.

From the opening moments, Dr. Frazier brings humility, humor, and clarity as he shares how his journey through executive leadership revealed a powerful truth: leaders shape lives far beyond the workplace. Whether inspiring growth or causing stress that follows people home, leaders leave a mark—and Dr. Frazier’s mission is to help them make it a positive one.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

1. Leadership Begins With You

Dr. Frazier breaks down leadership as a practice, not a position. Using a memorable airplane analogy, he explains why so many people leave managers—not organizations—and how leaders can avoid becoming “untrained pilots” in the workplace.

2. The Momentum Shift Starts With Self‑Awareness

Self-awareness is the “choice point,” the foundation of emotional intelligence, and the starting line for every transformation. Eric and Dr. Frazier explore how blind spots form, how to uncover them, and how self-awareness fuels vision, purpose, and personal momentum.

3. Self‑Management: How You Show Up Matters

From calendars and boundaries to personal discipline and emotional regulation, self-management determines the energy and culture leaders create. Dr. Frazier shares how intentional self-management earned him the reputation of being “predictable in the best way.”

4. People Skills: The Missing Link for High Performers

Referencing Marshall Goldsmith’s What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Eric and Dr. Frazier discuss why technical skills get you promoted—but people skills get you respected. Dr. Frazier breaks down the emotional intelligence triad that unlocks effective relationship management.

5. Global Leadership Lessons

With experience across Japan, Europe, and beyond, Dr. Frazier reveals how cultural norms shape leadership expectations—and how task-driven cultures can unintentionally neglect the human element.

6. Purpose, Legacy, and What’s Next

Dr. Frazier shares his work with Georgetown University, his coaching initiatives, and his upcoming role mentoring future leaders at Morehouse College—an alignment he calls “perfect purpose.”

🎧 Why This Episode Matters

If you lead a team, a family, a community—or simply want to lead yourself better—this episode gives you the blueprint. Eric and Dr. Frazier illuminate the truth that momentum doesn’t start with strategy; it starts with self-leadership.

You’ll walk away challenged, inspired, and equipped to take the next step in your own shift.

📲 Connect with Dr. Larry Frazier

Find him on Instagram and his favorite platform, LinkedIn, where you can also access his direct contact information.

🚀 Final Challenge from The Mayor of Motivation

Eric closes the episode with a powerful call to action:

Don’t just listen. Don’t just nod. Take the step. Start your shift today.

Connect with C. Eric Collier:

Website: cericcollier.com

LinkedIN: linkedin.com/in/cericcollier/

Email: [email protected]

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