your resource for:
nurturing & inspiring
people growth
foster resilience, emotional intelligence, creativity, self-leadership and collaborative communication without burn-out
Company Culture is more than just offering unlimited PTO, free lunches, and snacks. It’s about creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to bring their best selves to work.
Meet Your Faciliator
Amber Cruse
ICF Coach, Certified EQ-i Trainer, and Trauma-informed Breathworker | MSW Grad Student
Your guide to corporate well-being and personal growth. As a certified ICF coach, EQ trainer, breathworker, and somatic practitioner my mission is to help both individuals and organizations create lasting positive change.
With over 15 years of experience working directly with CEOs and as a venture-backed startup founder, I’ve had the privilege of building resilient teams and navigating the complexities of leadership and growth. Having personally experienced toxic leadership, witnessed the toll of burnout on employees, and emerged as a recovering burned-out leader myself, I bring a unique perspective on the importance of emotional intelligence and well-being in today’s fast-paced work environment.
This is about more than just performance—it’s about nurturing your team so they can thrive, not just survive. When your team feels supported, aligned, and resilient, the benefits ripple throughout the entire organization. A culture built on emotional intelligence and well-being leads to improved collaboration, greater innovation, higher engagement, and long-term success. By investing in the holistic growth of your team, you’re creating a foundation for sustainable, thriving results that benefit both individuals and the company as a whole
How I can Support You
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When employees are stressed and burned out, company performance suffers. By cultivating a wellness-centered work culture, you encourage employees to prioritize their mind, body, and spirit—ultimately benefiting the entire organization. Chronic stress reduces activity in the prefrontal cortex, impairing decision-making, creativity, and impulse control. ( add a tie in here)
I offer tailored wellness experiences focused on stress reduction, mindfulness,When employees are stressed and burned out, company performance suffers. By cultivating a wellness-centered work culture, you encourage employees to prioritize their mind, body, and spirit—ultimately benefiting the entire organization. Chronic stress reduces activity in the prefrontal cortex, impairing decision-making, creativity, and impulse control, which can hinder overall productivity and innovation. However, by investing in your team's well-being, you can reverse this impact, boosting cognitive function, enhancing creativity, and improving collaboration.
I offer tailored wellness experiences focused on stress reduction, mindfulness, and overall well-being to uplift and recharge your team. Choose from one-day workshops or ongoing monthly sessions in breathwork, meditation, and more. These practices help restore balance, enhance focus, and foster a healthier, more resilient work environment.
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EQ Connections™ is an interactive virtual training series designed to immerse your employees and leaders in the foundational principles of emotional intelligence. This dynamic program serves as a companion to the EQ-i 2.0® assessment, providing a comprehensive framework for developing critical EQ skills that drive leadership effectiveness and team success.
Led by me, this online workshop consists of 6 one-hour modules, which can be delivered in a full-day, half-day, or weekly format—tailored to fit your team’s needs and schedule. Throughout the series, participants will complete a workplace assessment and gain in-depth knowledge of emotional intelligence. The training will focus on key EQ areas including:
Self-Perception – Understanding and managing your emotions for personal growth.
Self-Expression – Effectively communicating your thoughts, feelings, and intentions.
Interpersonal Skills – Building meaningful relationships and fostering collaboration.
Decision-Making – Improving judgment and problem-solving abilities.
Stress Tolerance – Developing resilience and maintaining composure under pressure.
This group format not only offers valuable insights into the science of EQ but also provides ample opportunities for real-world application and discussion. Participants will practice their newly developed skills, enhancing their ability to lead with greater emotional awareness and resilience.
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At the heart of every successful organization is strong leadership, and building women leaders is essential to creating a diverse, dynamic, and resilient workforce. My Women's Leadership Program is designed to support, uplift, and cultivate the leadership potential of women at every level of their career.
This program focuses on empowering women to step into their leadership potential by developing key skills in:
Self-Confidence & Assertiveness – Cultivating the inner strength to speak up, take ownership, and lead with conviction.
Authentic Leadership – Encouraging women to lead with authenticity, aligning their values with their actions and decisions.
Influence & Negotiation – Strengthening skills to effectively influence others, advocate for themselves, and negotiate in high-stakes environments.
Emotional Intelligence – Developing the EQ necessary to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and create a collaborative team culture.
Strategic Decision-Making – Cultivating the ability to make bold, confident decisions that drive organizational growth and innovation.
Resilience & Well-being – Teaching women how to lead sustainably by managing stress, maintaining work-life balance, and building resilience.
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In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure work environments, cultivating resilience and mindfulness is essential for maintaining well-being and sustaining long-term performance. My Resilience & Mindfulness Education program is designed to help individuals develop the mental and emotional strength needed to navigate challenges, overcome setbacks, and thrive under pressure.
This program focuses on key practices that enhance resilience and mindfulness, including:
Mindfulness Techniques – Simple, effective practices to stay present, reduce stress, and increase focus. Learn how to integrate mindfulness into daily work life for enhanced clarity and decision-making.
Emotional Resilience – Building the ability to bounce back from adversity, manage emotions in high-stress situations, and maintain a positive outlook even in the face of challenges.
Stress Management – Strategies to manage and reduce stress, improve well-being, and avoid burnout. Learn tools for staying calm, focused, and effective, even during times of uncertainty.
Self-Awareness & Reflection – Techniques for cultivating self-awareness through journaling, meditation, and mindful reflection, leading to greater insight, growth, and confidence.
Building Mental Agility – Learning to adapt quickly and respond to change with flexibility, creativity, and a solution-oriented mindset.
Work-Life Balance – Creating harmony between professional responsibilities and personal well-being by setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing self-care.
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Inspiring leadership is a cornerstone of any company's success. It directly influences employee productivity, retention, and engagement. By developing EQ leadership skills in both current and emerging leaders, you help them create a positive, growth-oriented environment, build stronger relationships, resolve conflicts effectively, and increase team resilience.
I offer tailored EQ coaching for all levels of leadership, aligning strategies with your company’s internal goals. Whether enhancing the leadership abilities of seasoned executives or nurturing emerging leaders, my coaching helps build a team of emotionally intelligent leaders who lead with greater effectiveness, authenticity, and impact.
I’m right Fit for your company if you value
Individual growth & team development
Collaborative communication & empowering feedback
Appreciating employee strengths and contributions
Embracing and inspiring team autonomy & synergy
A purpose-based culture that energizes your people
Raising the workplace consciousness
Prioritizing well-being and embracing a human-centric approach to business
Creativity & innovation
Lead the way in wellness in the workplace
Did you know when employees are too stress-out they actually cannot perform at peak performance. Elevate your team's well-being with a tailored Wellness Day designed for companies seeking to prioritize employee health and resilience. From full-day immersive experiences to customizable à la carte options, I offer a range of activities such as sound baths, guided meditation sessions, and transformative breathwork classes. Our corporate wellness events are crafted to enhance team cohesion, reduce stress, and foster a positive workplace culture. Whether you're planning a team-building day or looking to incorporate well-being into your corporate events, our offerings are designed to bring balance, focus, and a renewed sense of energy to your team.
When companies prioritize holistic well-being, trust, and emotional intelligence, they cultivate deeper engagement, inspire innovation, and build a workplace where individuals are truly invested in their work and each other
EQ-focused training and coaching.
In the realm of professional development, emotional intelligence (EQ) has become the defining factor for success, and companies are making a strategic shift towards EQ assessments over traditional methods like DISC. Unlike one-size-fits-all personality assessments, EQ delves into the intricacies of emotional awareness, communication, and interpersonal skills, providing a nuanced understanding of individuals within a workplace context. Fostering emotional intelligence not only enhances individual performance but also cultivates a collaborative and resilient team culture. Opting for EQ assessments reflects a commitment to nurturing a workforce that not only excels in skills but thrives in the dynamics of modern workplaces.
Did You know? The Importance of EQ
Research suggests that 80-90% of what distinguishes top performers from average performers is emotional intelligence (EQ). This is in contrast to IQ, which contributes to only a small fraction of high performance.
Teams that score higher in emotional intelligence tend to outperform those with low EQ. High-EQ teams are better at collaboration, resolving conflicts, and supporting each other, which boosts overall performance and productivity
Companies that cultivate a culture of emotional intelligence are shown to experience more creativity and ingenuity. When employees feel understood, supported, and emotionally secure, they are more likely to innovate and contribute unique ideas.
CEOs with high levels of empathy, self-regard, reality testing, and problem-solving skills are more likely to lead organizations that yield high profits. Research has shown that leaders who possess these emotional competencies are better at navigating complex situations, building trust, and motivating teams, all of which contribute to financial success.
EQ, trust, and psychological safety form the foundation of an effective workplace. When these qualities are present, employees are more likely to take risks, innovate, and collaborate openly. However, when any of these traits are lacking, team dynamics suffer, and the overall work environment becomes less effective.
Sources:
1. Goleman, D. (1998). Working with emotional intelligence. Bantam Books.
2. Caruso, D. R., & Salovey, P. (2004). The emotionally intelligent manager: How to develop and use the four key emotional skills of leadership. Jossey-Bass.
3. Goleman, D. (2002). Leadership that gets results. Harvard Business Review, 80(2), 78-90. https://hbr.org/2000/03/leadership-that-gets-results
4. Edmondson, A. (1999). Psychological safety and learning behavior in work teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 44(2), 350-383. https://doi.org/10.2307/2666999
Get in touch.
I’d love to learn more about your company’s wellness and EQ goals. Once you’ve filled out the contact form, I’ll reach out to schedule a call where we can connect and explore how we can best work together.