In a dynamic world flooded with resources aimed at refining leadership capabilities, the challenge lies in discerning which genuinely contributes to effective leadership. Simon Sinek’s Start with Why, Stephen Denning’s narrative prowess, Brené Brown’s exploration of vulnerability and courage, and John Maxwell’s emphasis on asking great questions all touch on emotional intelligence (EI). This underlying thread of EI centers on cultivating soft skills, particularly in communication and relationship-building, which directly impact the teams and people we lead in nursing and healthcare.