How to Use EQ to Lead When Your Project Is on Fire

Hosted by Justin Bateh, PhD and Dr. Carolyn Frost

Fri, Mar 13, 2026

3:00 PM UTC (30 minutes)

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Project Management That Actually Works
Justin Bateh, PhD
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What you'll learn

How to stay composed when your project is falling apart

Recognize your personal stress triggers and apply a reset technique before reacting in high-stakes project moments

How to calm your project team when tension is high

Use intentional language and body language cues that de-escalate pressure instead of amplifying it.

How to read what your project team really feels

Spot the emotional undercurrent in high-pressure project situations so you can address what's really going on.

How to defuse blowups in project meetings fast

Redirect heated project conversations toward solutions using a simple reframing approach.

Why this topic matters

Deadlines are slipping. Stakeholders are frustrated. Your team is stressed and looking at you. In moments like these, your technical skills won't save the project. Your emotional intelligence will. This session gives you practical EQ tools to stay composed, lead through chaos, and keep your team moving when everything feels like it's falling apart.

You'll learn from

Justin Bateh, PhD

CEO | 25,000+ learners | 80+ Projects | 8x Awards | LinkedIn Learning Instructor

Justin Bateh, PhD is a former COO, PMP, LinkedIn Learning Instructor and CEO of Projects Right, who has trained 25,000+ professionals from Microsoft, J&J, and Medtronic. Justin is a leading voice in project execution and AI fluency, and he teaches Maven's best selling and high rated project management courses (AI-Powered Project Management and Project Management That Actually Works). You can also follow Justin on LinkedIn and subscribe to his free newsletter.

Dr. Carolyn Frost

Work Life Intelligence Expert

Carolyn works at the intersection of psychology and performance, teaching ambitious professionals how to manage stress, strengthen relationships, and succeed without constantly feeling behind. Over two decades, she has supported thousands of professionals through her courses, coaching, and writing. She is the creator of Thrive Academy: High Performance Without Losing your Edge. Follow Carolyn on LinkedIn or visit her website for daily insights on emotional intelligence, stress, and sustainable success.

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