February 25, 2025
Episode 127: Energy Leadership: How to Be a More Effective Leader with Gina Catalano
In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld is talking with Gina Catalano, Founder and President of Centro Forza Group, about leadership, emotional intelligence, and building positive workplace cultures. Gina shares practical advice around how emotional intelligence impacts leadership style, and how to meet team members’ individual needs as a leader. She also explains how she uses the Energy Leadership Assessment, which helps leaders understand how their perceptions influence their reactions under stress. If you’re looking for practical ways to lead more effectively and build a stronger team culture, this episode is worth your time.
Energy Leadership: How to Be a More Effective Leader with Gina Catalano
Guest Bio
As Founder and President of Centro Forza Group and member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Gina Catalano, brings over two decades of multi-industry expertise, including leadership roles across five Fortune 500 companies. With multiple certifications, such as an Energy Leadership™ Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP) and Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Gina specializes in guiding individuals and teams to uncover their core values, confront challenges directly, and achieve transformative growth and lasting success. Gina applies her diverse professional background to connect with her clients by drawing on her own real-world experience of successfully leading large teams and addressing a variety of management challenges.
With a background spanning music and endurance sports, she has performed with the Philadelphia Philharmonic and the John Philip Sousa National Band for presidential events. Gina has completed three half Ironman races, two marathons, and participated in over 70 road races and triathlons, showcasing her commitment to excellence in both artistry and athleticism.
This experience has taught her the value of precision, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Her pride and joy are her four boys, loving husband and close friends and family.
Key Takeaways
00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork Podcast
01:38 Meet Gina Catalano: Leadership and Coaching Expert
02:12 Gina’s Personal Journey and Leadership Lessons
08:34 Building and Changing Team Culture
20:34 Navigating Compensation Changes with Emotional Intelligence
25:06 Shifting from Sales to Broader Business Environments
25:46 Building Culture Across Various Teams
26:18 Emotional Intelligence in High-Pressure Environments
28:03 Introduction to Energy Leadership
28:50 Understanding Catabolic and Anabolic Energy
29:45 Applying Energy Leadership in Real Scenarios
31:48 Personal Experiences with Energy and Mindset
34:40 Coaching Leaders Through Challenging Moments
44:22 Empathy and Whole-Person Focus in Leadership
44:42 Conclusion and Contact Information
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