Two clients cried this month. And it was a turning point. When stress becomes too high, emotions find a way out. Tears are not a problem. They are information. In coaching, I do not try to “fix” emotions. I stay with the person. I listen. I help them understand what these emotions are saying. Often, this opens the door to a real breakthrough. 👉 Have you ever had a moment where everything came out at once? What did you learn from it? - 👋 Hello! I’m Eric Fingerhut, Executive

In today’s session on influence, many people realised something important: We all have one natural style: pushing with expectations persuading with logic building bridges or inspiring with vision But no single style works in every situation. Influence is about choosing the right approach at the right moment. 👉 What is the style you use most often? Comment or DM me. - 👋 Hello! I’m Eric Fingerhut, Executive Coach and Team Facilitator. I help individuals get promoted without b

Trust grows when your intentions are clear. Yesterday we worked with the trust equation.It always creates strong reactions because people suddenly see what is working — and what is missing. Trust grows when: people believe your words you do what you say they feel safe talking to you your focus is on the team, not on yourself The biggest killer of trust is when people feel you have your own agenda. 👉 If you could improve one part of trust next year, which one would it be? -

“I’m not angry!” I said… with the angriest tone ever. Years ago, I was managing a very stressful project.I was working late, sleeping little, and becoming aggressive without noticing it. One day my manager told me, very gently:“Eric, I think you might need some support.” I reacted instantly:“I’m fine!”But I clearly wasn’t. That moment pushed me to learn new habits: short breaks breathing finding small positives letting emotions pass instead of keeping them inside moving my bo

Yesterday during the workshop, we worked on personal values.And once again, I saw the same reaction:People discover that what they think  they value is not always what truly drives them. When your real values are clear: decisions feel easier you stop saying yes to everything you feel more aligned your confidence grows naturally Values are not “nice words”. They are the ground you walk on. 👉 What value guided you the most this year? Comment below. - 👋 Hello! I’m Eric Fingerh

Introduction November has invited me to reflect on a subtle but powerful truth: leadership often reveals itself in clarity, courage, and consistent small choices, rather than grand announcements or loud titles. Through coaching sessions, conversations, and workshops, I saw many professionals wrestling with visibility, values, and influence.  In this edition, I share insights from that journey plus useful tools and reflections if you’re stepping into a people-manager role. Exp