Relational Intelligence
Why Relational Intelligence Matters
Most organizations don’t have a performance problem; they have a relationship problem.
Culture isn't built in strategy decks or value statements. It lives in the everyday moments between people: in how we communicate, collaborate, lead, and respond when things get hard.
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Relational intelligence is the ability to understand, navigate, and strengthen the human dynamics that make or break teams. It’s the difference between a group of high-performers and a high-performing culture.
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Without it, we default to habits that erode trust, overrelying on technical skill, avoiding difficult conversations, or managing performance without truly seeing the people behind the roles.
With it, we create spaces where people feel understood, not just evaluated. Where engagement deepens, collaboration becomes easier, and culture becomes something people want to stay part of.
Who This is For
Relational intelligence isn’t soft; it’s strategic. And it’s for leaders who are ready to move from awareness to action.
Executive teams navigating change, growth, or growing disconnection
HR and People Leaders are trying to shift culture beyond surface-level engagement
Mid-level managers who want to lead with greater clarity, courage, and care
Organizations looking to reduce friction and burnout by strengthening trust
Leadership development programs ready to go beyond traditional competencies
To support this journey, Maria has developed Relational IQ, a tool designed to help you identify your unique style of relating, uncover your default habits, and build awareness around how to show up with others.
It’s not a personality test. It’s a mirror. And it’s often the first step in shifting culture, one conversation at a time.
You can sign up to take the assessment with Maria, receive a personalized report, and begin exploring how to move from relational blind spots to relational fluency in yourself, your team, and your organization.