Many NZ SME owners believe intelligence is the key to success. But IQ alone can create cold, disconnected workplaces. This article explores the crucial role of Emotional, Somatic and Creative Intelligence and how their absence can quietly sabotage your culture, team and bottom line.

Many SME owners in New Zealand rely on IQ to guide their decisions, but IQ alone won’t build a resilient, innovative team or a strong workplace culture. This article explores the limits of traditional intelligence and introduces three powerful, trainable forms of intelligence - Emotional, Somatic and Creative - that help business owners lead better and grow faster.

Somatic Intelligence is the missing link in modern SME leadership. It’s about tuning into your body’s signals, like tension, breath and gut feelings, to guide clearer decisions and avoid burnout. This practical article explains how to build somatic awareness and lead with calm, presence and trust.

Creativity isn’t just for artists, it’s essential for Kiwi business owners who need to adapt and thrive. This article explores how Creative Intelligence helps SMEs solve problems, stand out in a crowded market, and turn challenges into opportunities, using a real-life case study and practical tips.

Creativity isn’t just for artists, it’s essential for Kiwi business owners who need to adapt and thrive. This article explores how Creative Intelligence helps SMEs solve problems, stand out in a crowded market, and turn challenges into opportunities, using a real-life case study and practical tips.

When things get tough in business, many owners think they need outside help or a whole new strategy. But sometimes, the answers lie within - in how you feel, respond, and think creatively.
In this article, meet Steve, Moana, Ana, and Tane, four New Zealand business owners who used emotional, somatic and creative intelligence to transform their leadership, team morale, and business results. Their stories show how powerful simple shifts in self-awareness, breath, reflection, and experimentation can be, even in high-stress environments.