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In a world that is constantly moving, where productivity and results are often front and center, emotional intelligence (EI) can feel like a quiet, invisible force. However, EI is a pillar of personal and professional success, shaping how we interact with others, make decisions and navigate life's challenges. 

Dr. Jeff King joined us to discuss EI and how it increases our ability to lead, ourselves and others. We received the results from our EI assessment, which examines four key dimensions of leadership: authenticity, coaching, insight and innovation. We were then tasked with reviewing our results to gain a better understanding of what areas of strengths and opportunities to leverage and focus on.  

For lunch, AgOne was invited to join the many leaders within the ag industry at the Ohio Ag Council meeting and luncheon. This was a time for networking and learning. We heard from the executive directors of Ohio 4-H and Ohio FFA. They provided conversation around the programs that are available for the youth of Ohio. I know that without these programs and the mentors in the agriculture industry, I would not be where I am today. 

Upon returning from lunch, we heard from Devin Fuhrman with Nationwide to discuss strategy and goals. The points of why it is important to have a mission and vision statement with goals that align to those and to revisit them often and to realign when needed. 

Our afternoon concluded, with conversations around the sphere of influence and establishing our board of directors. AgOne program director, Jenny Cox, described to us the impacts of influence and the effects it has on our character as a leader. Along with the importance of creating a personal board of directors, those individuals that you can count on to be around the table as a resource and supporter of you, either as a peer, expert, connector, sponsor, cheerleader or coach.