Deborah Crowe

@BarackObama I also love your lists! Thank you!

As 2025 comes to a close, I'm continuing a tradition that I started during my time in the White House: sharing my annual lists of favorite books, movies, and music. I hope you find something new to enjoy—and please send any recommendations for me to check out!

When you bring stress into a meeting, your team doesn’t adapt, they retreat. Regulate yourself. Then lead others. #heartcenteredleadership #EQ

A lot of leaders aren’t “overwhelmed.” They’re emotionally constipated. When leaders stop processing what they feel, clarity gets foggy, communication gets messy, and decision-making starts to drift. Teams feel it long before the leader ever says a word.

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“Micromanaging isn’t leadership. It’s fear in a power suit.” Real leaders don’t hover. They heal, hear, and hold space, without needing control to feel in control. #HeartCenteredLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #EQWhisper

Stop saying ‘people are too sensitive’. Start asking why your leadership style is still stuck in 1995. This isn’t about coddling. It’s about emotional fluency. That’s the future of influence.” #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment #EQWhisperer

A CEO once told me, “I don’t have time for feelings.” Months later, he called me crying from the boardroom. We don’t lead from the neck up. We lead from the heart out. #LeadershipTruth #HeartCentered #EmotionalIntelligence

I don’t lead to impress. I lead to connect. Emotional intelligence isn’t a ‘soft skill.’ It’s the skill. If you’re still prioritizing charisma over character in leadership - we need to talk.” #Leadership #EQ #HeartCenteredLeaders

In one of our most listened-to episodes, @michaellart breaks down a truth every heart-centered leader should hear: 🧠“In nature, you are worthy because you exist.” 💡 Leadership isn’t about control. It’s about self-awareness. 🎧 Full episode here: debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-225-… #art

🌍 Heart-Centered Leadership: Lessons That Last💛 In this snippet from The Enlightened Executive Podcast with @drummleadership, I share how empathy and purpose can create a leadership legacy. Watch the full episode: 🔗susandrumm.com/episode/the-ro… ▶️youtu.be/mjDOo7DkCro?si… #podcast

On @katiesandoe’s Spark Something New podcast, I shared a core truth: ✨"To lead from the heart, you must first lose the weight of other people's opinions." Ready to take your leadership to the next level? 🎧Check out the full episode! buzzsprout.com/2398088/episod… #LeadWithHeart

Revisiting one of our most listened-to episodes with Monty Pedersen and Wayne Nelsen. Their wisdom still echoes: Leadership isn’t about the now—it’s about the legacy.🌟 🎧Catch this gem and see why it inspired so many people: debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-226-… ▶️youtu.be/JOci4lymi_A?si…

“What’s your ‘why’? 🌟 This powerful clip from one of our most-listened-to episodes reminds us to connect deeply with our purpose. Thanks @Deshague for such an amazing conversation! Full episode: 🎧debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-260-… ▶️ youtu.be/kh29cn1VAs8 #FindYourWhy

Imposter syndrome or missing skills? 🤔 On the Fractional Pros Canada Podcast, I shared some interesting ideas about this. Check it out! Full episode here! ▶️ youtube.com/watch?v=Cefo5e… Leadership is more than assessments; it’s about unlocking potential. 💡 #ImposterSyndrome

🎙️Today, I hit record on the final solo episode of Season 5 of Imperfect I’m taking the summer pause to rest, recalibrate, and dream even bigger for Season 6. With deep gratitude, Deb💛 🔗 debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-325-… ▶️ Or watch on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/mSsteLTx2A0

In leadership, the hardest decisions often define us. This week, Scott Marshall, CEO of the Institute for Shipboard Education, shares how he navigates difficult moments like layoffs and other high-stakes calls. 🎧Listen now! debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-323-… 📷youtu.be/oOnAGgebHF8

In this episode, I sit down with David Colcott to explore how creating your identity shapes authentic leadership. 🧠✨ 💡What’s one way you’re creating your leadership identity? 🎧Listen now! debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-322-… 📷 youtu.be/WQEwqy7A-M0 #PersonalGrowth #Authenticity

This week, we dive into the art of heart-centered leadership with Todd Hollow, a leader with over 30 years of experience blending neuroscience, authentic leadership principles, and much more! 🎧Listen now! debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-321-… 📷 youtu.be/kEBnmQk0Awo #TrustBuilding

In this week’s solo episode, I’m reflecting on the lessons from Q1, why pausing is powerful, how emotional intelligence transforms leadership, and the importance of leading from the heart. 💜 🎧Listen now! debcrowe.substack.com/p/episode-320-… 🎥youtu.be/sdyxf5GYU6Q #leadwithheart

This week, Emmy®-winning journalist @BoftaYimam joins Imperfect to share her inspiring story of resilience and authenticity. 💡 📢 Ready to take your next bold step? Listen now and get inspired! 🎧Listen now! youtu.be/6WW0pnkBLR 🎥youtu.be/KkLOusrVWW #BoldMoves