Comedy, Emotional Intelligence and Leadership with Merit Kahn

Ep. 338:  In this episode, I'm talking with Merit Kahn, CEO, sales expert, and comedian. Merit shares how her passion for performance led her to blend humor with sales and business. We dive deep into the importance of emotional intelligence, practical tips for developing a successful mindset, and the art of balancing empathy and assertiveness. Plus, Merit reveals the power of comedy in business and her inspiring one-woman show. Hit play and join us on this enlightening and entertaining journey!

Episode Links

https://meritkahn.com/podcast/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meritkahn/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRI_qLghOzW7Sfgg1tswaLg

X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeritKahn

Show Links

Listen to this episode next: Supercharging Your Success with Jeff Buehner

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Merit Kahn's Unique Career Path

01:12 Early Influences and Transition to Sales

01:58 Incorporating Comedy into Business

02:52 Challenges and Rewards of Stand-Up Comedy

04:02 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Business

09:56 Mindset, Mechanics, and Motion Framework

16:35 Handling Fear and Developing Emotional Awareness

26:03 Introduction to Emotional Quotient Inventory

26:48 Key Attributes of Effective Leadership

28:09 Balancing Empathy and Assertiveness

29:14 Understanding Your Emotional Intelligence Snapshot

30:41 Resources for Emotional Intelligence Assessment

32:25 Merit's One-Woman Comedy Show

35:33 Impact of Rewriting Life Through Comedy

40:47 Rapid Fire Questions

44:50 Final Thoughts