Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Part 1: What Is Emotional Intelligence (E.I.)?

Many entrepreneurs are taught to set emotions aside in the name of professionalism. This workshop series on emotional intelligence (E.I.) takes a different approach by showing you how emotions can be valuable information that helps you make better business decisions.

This On-Demand workshop series is presented by Morgan Wallbrown, MA, LPCC, & Founder of Cura Counseling & Consulting, LLC. Morgan will break down the science of emotional intelligence and translate it into practical tools entrepreneurs can use to better understand themselves and others. You’ll learn new skills for communicating effectively and making decisions under pressure. During this workshop series, you’ll also learn to treat your emotional responses as data, not noise. You’ll learn how to sharpen the instincts you already rely on to read a room, navigate conflict, and make high-stakes decisions under pressure.

What you’ll learn during each part of this workshop series:

Part 1: What Is Emotional Intelligence (E.I.)? (This workshop.)
You’ll learn what emotional intelligence is, how the Ability Model works, and why emotions can provide valuable information instead of being something to ignore or control.

Part 2: Why It Matters for Business
You’ll learn how emotional intelligence impacts business outcomes and recognize how emotional reactions can influence your bottom line.

Part 3: How to Use E.I. in Real Life
You’ll practice applying the four abilities of emotional intelligence – perceiving, understanding, using, and managing emotions – to real business situations you may face.

Part 4: Practicing E.I. Skills
You’ll leave with some practical tools, such as the mood meter and structured journaling prompts, that you can begin using in your business right away.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Morgan Wallbrown, MA, LPCC, & Founder of Cura Counseling & Consulting, LLC. Morgan is a licensed mental health counselor in Alaska and Ohio; a doctoral candidate in Counselor Education and Supervision at Kent State; a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Louisiana Monroe; and the founder of Cura Counseling & Consulting, LLC, based in Eagle River. Morgan helps entrepreneurs and professionals build self-awareness, strengthen emotional intelligence, and navigate the challenges of growth and burnout. Using a practical, evidence-based approach, she helps clients identify their strengths, develop new skills, and create meaningful change. Morgan brings her experience as a clinician, educator, and researcher to help participants better understand the connection between emotions, mindset, and business success.

LINKS TO OTHER WORKSHOPS IN THIS SERIES:

Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Part 1: What Is Emotional Intelligence (E.I.)? (This workshop.)

Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Part 2: Why It Matters for Business

Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Part 3: How to Use E.I. in Real Life

Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Part 4: Practicing E.I. Skills

You might also like to join us for the In-Person workshop in Anchorage on Emotional Intelligence (see link below):

Emotional Intelligence for Entrepreneurs – Anchorage
Date: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC), 1901 Bragaw Street, Suite 199, BEI Training Room, Anchorage, AK 99508

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