Emotional
Intelligence

(EQ)

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: Key to Personal and Business Success: And a “Little” Bit of Humor 

Effective leadership plays a pivotal role in fostering a dynamic, empowering and innovative workplace environment where employees can truly flourish. Elevate your organization’s leadership capabilities with Dr. Gerry Blumenthal as your emotional intelligent keynote speaker. He will guide you and your team in embracing empathy, self awareness and inspiration, equipping your leaders with the essential skills to cultivate a positive and motivating atmosphere conducive to the professional and personal growth of your employees. He customizes each presentation with appropriate slides but, what sets Gerry apart from other speakers is his use of humor thus ensuring that his audience will not only be informed but will find his presentation enjoyable and memorable. 

SALIENT FACTS

  • Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is the ability to identify and manage your own emotions, while also understanding the emotions of people around you.
  • Individuals with higher EQs are better equipped to work in teams. They also successfully handle challenging conversations with colleagues and manage stress.
  • Harvard Business Review: 90% of people receive promotions and improve their skills due to an above average EQ. 
  • DePaul University: Sales reps with a high level of EQ produce twice the revenue of those with below average EQs.
  • Robert Half International: A healthy sense of humor is a critical component in EQ.
  • Yale University: Humor has a positive effect on memory. Participants were significantly more likely to remember the humorous sentences. 
  • Emotional Intelligence is an essential skill in the workplace and in life. On the surface, the concept of EQ seems rather serious, but it doesn’t. Humor contributes to EQ, so by embracing and welcoming it. We can develop our skills while enjoying a good laugh with our colleagues. 
  • Humor also reduces fear, aids in relaxation and makes each stepping stone in work and life far more memorable. Let’s face it; who wouldn’t want a good laugh every so and often? And, did I mention that laughter has wonderful side effects beneficial to our health?
  • In business, different people utilize different communication styles. EQ can help us more effectively communicate with others, build stronger relationships, and navigate difficulties or stressful situations. People who are able to laugh at themselves are able to cope far more easily. It is for this reason that I constantly use humor to make my points more memorable.

Are you looking for motivation and inspiration for your next keynote or event? Research shows a boost in employee engagement and morale also boosts your company productivity and bottom line.

Dr. Gerald (Gerry) Blumenthal can help engage, inspire, empower and motivate your employees with his presentation.

Gerald Blumenthal

Who is Dr. Gerald Blumenthal?

Dr. Gerald Blumenthal is a global entrepreneur who launched his first business, Sembel-it, in 1970 in South Africa. His company quickly grew to become the largest DIY business in Africa with 37 locations and more than 500 employees. He moved to America and launched ESP Shop in 1985, which has conducted more than 6.5 million secret shops and benefitted countless American businesses over the decades.

Companies in the Greater Houston area continue to utilize Gerald’s 50-plus years of business success to educate their executives, managers, and employees on the art and science of customer service.

Endorsements

I want to personally thank you for speaking to our recent Branch Manager’s Meeting. All of our 100 managers, and our Retail Administrative staff, thoroughly enjoyed your talk, and many have informed me they are using the booklet you distributed. Your presentation was outstanding.

Thank you so much for speaking to our Lockton Production Team. Your presentation was a huge hit and offered a unique way to gain insight into clients and prospects. If I can ever be a reference for you please let me know as I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and having you speak to our team. All the best!

Major Awards

Dr. Gerald D. Blumenthal Celebrated for Dedication to the Field of Business and Public Speaking by Marquis Who's Who

Gerald David Blumenthal, PhD channels years of expertise to his work with Evaluation Systems for Personnel HOUSTON, TX, April 27, 2023, Gerald Blumenthal has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Toastmasters International Humorous Speaking 1st Place Award

eLit Awards - Silver Medal Winner - The Brass Compass

Forward National Literature Award - December 15, 2011

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Author of Six Books

Dr. Gerald Blumenthal is the author of six books, including The Brass Compass, The Monkey Key: Judgment Day, and Serial Killers: Their Lives, Their Crimes, and Their Handwriting. These riveting reads will keep you reading well into the night. Purchase your copies today!

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Dr. Gerald Blumenthal is a global entrepreneur, author and speaker. Companies in the Greater Houston area utilize Gerald’s 50-plus years of business success to educate their executives, managers, and employees on the art and science of customer service.

NSA National Speakers Association Professional Member