Let’s Talk About Emotions at Work! (Yes, Seriously)

Who hasn’t heard the age-old argument: “Emotions don’t belong in the workplace! Emotions are unprofessional!” Well, the truth has come out that emotions have been in the workplace all along, influencing decisions, impacting communication, and creating culture—sometimes behind the scenes, and sometimes center stage. If we cannot separate emotions from the workplace, then what next?

In this animated keynote, Dima Ghawi invites leaders to rethink the meaning of emotional intelligence. Through storytelling and discussion of relatable workplace encounters, she shows why emotional intelligence and self-awareness are not only soft skills—they are essential communication tools for the workplace that elevate leadership presence and strengthen relationships both between and within teams.

Attendees learn how to decelerate intense conversations, purposefully pausing before reacting and responding with intention instead of impulse. These skills produce a positive feedback loop: stronger collaboration leads to fewer conflicts leads to teams that feel more connected and engaged—not to mention happier clients!. When leaders learn to regulate—and embrace—their emotions while supporting the emotions of others, workplace cultures become healthier and more productive.

Maybe, then, talking about our emotions at work isn’t unprofessional at all. Maybe, just maybe, embracing our emotions is a smarter strategy for stronger leadership!

Who This Workshop Is For

This keynote is ideal for leaders, managers, and professionals at all levels who want to strengthen emotional intelligence, improve communication, and build more connected, supportive work environments. It is especially valuable for teams navigating stress, conflict, organizational change, or high pressure situations. Organizations focused on building trust, engagement, and psychological safety will benefit greatly from this session.

Bring this transformative keynote to your organization and equip your leaders with the tools to communicate with intention, support their teams, and create workplaces where people thrive.