Research has shown that when well-being becomes central to leadership, teams are more engaged, creative, and resilient. So, this week on Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo interviews leadership consultant Zi Kit Toh on what it takes to balance performance and well-being as a leader in the workplace.

With humble beginnings leading student well-being and engagement on university campuses, Zi Kit Toh is now the founder of leadership consultancy and workplace training firm Emote. Based in Singapore, the company’s mission is to equip organizations with the people skills to create environments that drive performance toward business goals. At Emote, Zi Kit Toh has worked with hundreds of leaders, teaching them how to connect and engage their people to achieve better results as a team.

In this episode, Zi Kit Toh addresses some widespread misconceptions about well-being, and sheds light on the key characteristics of an effective leader in today’s working world. In addition, Zi Kit Toh sheds light on the various types of leadership styles, what effective leadership looks like in a team, and common leadership mistakes to avoid.

Together, Lu and Zi Kit Toh exchange real-world leadership anecdotes, and look at various habits and practices for effective leadership. So, whether you’re a leader looking to model healthy habits, a team member seeking better support, or simply interested in building thriving organizations, tune in to this episode for practical insights to elevate both performance and people!

Visit Zi Kit Toh’s work via the following platforms: Emote: https://emote.sg Bros Before Woes: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bros-before-woes-sg

Connect with Zi Kit Toh via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zikittoh

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Positive, supportive relationships are often viewed as a nice-to-have, when in reality, they are essential for our mental health and overall well-being. So, this week on Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo interviews happiness consultant Simon Leow to find out more about how our relationships shape our minds and lives.

Based in Singapore, Simon Leow is the co-founder of Happiness Initiative, a social enterprise dedicated to promoting happiness and well-being in the region. Fascinated with the science of well-being, Simon Leow believes that well-being skills can be made accessible to everyone. At Happiness Initiative, Simon Leow oversees the research and development department, where he adopts a data-driven approach to building a culture of well-being in organizations and communities. In addition, Simon Leow holds a master’s degree in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania.

In this episode, Simon Leow debunks some common misconceptions about well-being, and sheds light on what makes for a positive interpersonal relationship. Additionally, Simon Leow highlights key predictors and signs of a positive relationship, and offers advice for cultivating and maintaining them.

Together, Lu and Simon Leow look at the science behind positive interpersonal relationships and how they affect our lives, as well as useful habits that support positive relationships. So, if you’re ready to strengthen your connections and boost your well-being, tune in this week for encouragement, expert advice, and engaging personal anecdotes on maintaining positive relationships for your well-being!

Visit Simon Leow’s work via the following links: Happiness Initiative: https://www.happinessinitiative.sg/ Well-being Circles: https://www.wellbeingcircles.sg/ Connect with Simon Leow via the following platforms: Facebook: http://facebook.com/happinessinitiative.sg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happinessinitiative.sg Telegram: https://t.me/happinessinitiative

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