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EXTRAVAGANCE

& STYLE IN Q: WHAT UNIQUE MANAGEMENT Q: HOW DO YOU BALANCE and training sessions are conducted

to enhance these skills, enabling
STRATEGIES OR TECHNIQUES HAVE
EMPOWERING YOUR TEAM WITH
team members to better understand
ENTREPRENEURSHIP YOU IMPLEMENTED TO CREATE MAINTAINING CONTROL OVER KEY their emotions and those of their
BUSINESS DECISIONS?
A DISTINCT ORGANIZATIONAL
colleagues. This focus on EI has
CULTURE WITHIN YOUR COMPANY?
been instrumental in building strong
Empowering my team is central to our
interpersonal relationships and
At FCV Group of Companies and success. I encourage team members effective communication channels
FINEZ, we have crafted a distinctive to take ownership of their projects, within the organization.
organizational culture by integrating fostering a sense of responsibility
traditional values with modern and initiative. This empowerment is In the South Asian business context,
where emotions are often concealed
management practices. We recognize balanced with structured oversight during daily interactions, leveraging
the importance of collectivism through regular strategic meetings and emotional intelligence becomes even
embedded in our culture and clear communication channels. more crucial. By acknowledging and
emphasize teamwork, collaboration, addressing emotions, we turn them
and loyalty within our teams based in By setting well-defined targets and into allies, facilitating better decision-
our offices and also our factories. This individual goals, we ensure that each making and leadership. This approach
approach fosters a sense of belonging team member understands their role aligns with insights from “EQ and
Leadership in Asia,” which emphasizes
and mutual respect among employees in achieving our collective vision. In the importance of using emotions as
times of crisis, such as the recent
Luxury furniture has who come from diverse educational economic challenges, this structure allies in practical business challenges.
levels and backgrounds.
always been a symbol To further strengthen our allows for swift decision-making By embedding emotional intelligence
and implementation, ensuring agility
into our organizational culture, we have
of extravagance and organizational culture, we prioritize without compromising on control. created a resilient and adaptive team
capable of navigating the complexities
style. Entrepreneurs are building personal connections and This balance creates of the business landscape. This
trust among team members, as this
commitment to emotional intelligence
obsessed with a passion is vital for collective responsibility a collaborative environment where not only enhances individual
autonomy and alignment with
amongst our teams. Understanding
performance but also drives the
to embark on profitable that personal relationships are pivotal company objectives coexist, driving collective success of our organization.
businesses. in business contexts, we encourage both individual and organizational
growth.
open communication and regular
team-building activities to cultivate
trust and rapport amongst the team. Q: WHAT ROLE DO YOU THINK
Foray into furniture was EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE PLAYS
a business instinct of Additionally, we respect the IN YOUR LEADERSHIP APPROACH,
hierarchical structures prevalent in
AND HOW DO YOU CULTIVATE IT
Mr. Dhanushka Fernando, workplaces. While promoting open WITHIN YOUR TEAM?
Founder/CEO, Finez dialogue, we ensure that decision- Emotional intelligence is
making processes honor established
a cornerstone of my leadership at FCV
Capital Ventures (Pvt) Ltd, hierarchies, allowing for efficient and Group of Companies. Understanding
respectful communication across all
Finez Furniture & Interior levels of the organization. and managing emotions—both my
own and those of my team—has been
(Pvt) Ltd, FCV Industries By blending these traditional values pivotal in navigating the complex
dynamics of the business world.
(Pvt) Ltd, Caza Capital with contemporary management This approach fosters trust, open
communication, and a collaborative
techniques, we have created an
Ventures (Pvt) Ltd. organizational culture that is both environment, essential for
organizational success.
distinct and effective, resonating
deeply with Asian roots while To cultivate emotional intelligence
positioning us for global success and within my team, I prioritize creating
minimum staff turnover. a culture that values empathy and
self-awareness. Regular workshops

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