In this episode of "Mind Your Business" with Yitzchok Saftlas, we sit down with Chuck Garcia — Columbia University professor, Fortune 500 executive, and author of the bestselling book, "A Climb to the Top," and the newly-published “The Moment That Defines Your Life”—to explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence on personal and professional growth. Chuck shares his journey from Wall Street to academia and how mastering emotional intelligence (EQ) and integrating stoicism into his daily life transformed his approach to leadership and communication. Discover how you can harness the power of EQ to overcome fear, build resilience, and achieve career success. Whether you're navigating the corporate world or seeking personal development, Chuck’s insights provide actionable strategies to help you reach new heights. Don't miss this inspiring conversation packed with valuable lessons that can redefine how you approach your career and life. ==== In this episode: ✅Chuck’s journey from Wall Street executive to EQ expert, uncovering the secrets to emotional resilience and career success ✅Powerful strategies for conquering fear and enhancing leadership through the integration of emotional intelligence and stoicism ✅Actionable insights on improving team dynamics and communication by mastering self-awareness and emotional intelligence ✅ Real-life stories and practical tips for transforming your approach to personal growth and professional development Key Takeaways: 🔑Discover how emotional intelligence can outshine IQ in leadership and communication 🔑Learn how to confront and overcome fear to unlock your true potential 🔑Harness the power of stoicism combined with EQ to navigate life’s challenges 🔑Develop self-awareness as the cornerstone of strong, impactful leadership

This episode, brought to you by Citizens, for deposit products, Member FDIC, is all about small business banking, the increasing importance of cash flow management and payments, and how Citizens is helping small business owners navigate the current market environment. This episode features:  Michael MacIntyre, Head of Business Banking Sales at Citizens   Mark Williams, SVP, Head of Business Banking Treasury Solutions at Citizens   Kate Conroy, SVP, Enterprise Payments Strategy & Innovation at Citizens   Thomas Grech, President & CEO at Queens Chamber of Commerce John Harmon, Founder, President & CEO at The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) Abe Schlisselfeld, Senior Managing Director at CBIZ Marks Paneth

In this on-location episode of Mind Your Business with Yitzchok Saftlas, we’re live from Hollywood, Florida, for an inside look at how City National Bank of Florida is changing the game through relationship-driven banking and unmatched customer service. You’ll hear directly from City National Bank of Florida executives Michael MacIntyre, Chief Banking Officer, and Joshua Jordan, SVP, Director of Business & Personal Banking, as well as three standout clients who share how the bank helped them scale and succeed: Paul Feldman, real estate attorney, on the legal side of major transactions Joe Gopin, founder of KC Market, on scaling his supermarket empire Andrew Sossin, CEO of Recovery Unplugged, on saving lives and growing nationally Whether you’re a business owner, executive, or ready to level up your business strategy - this episode is packed with real stories, powerful insights, and lessons you can apply today. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ What true relationship banking looks like behind the scenes ✅ How City National Bank of Florida helps clients grow with speed and strategy ✅ Why local decision-making makes all the difference ✅ How AI and tech are protecting businesses - and scaling them ✅ And what South Florida’s fastest-growing companies have in common