Integrating Business with Emotions with Susan Ní Chríodáin

Happiness and Humans

Susan Ní Chríodáin the author of Leading Beyond the Numbers joins us to discuss her book and work focused on Integrating Business with Emotions.

Susan answers the following questions;

What makes you happy?

Why did you write Leading Beyond the Numbers?

What are the key lessons you want a reader to take away?

How can someone listening, go back to their organisation and start to help people see beyond the numbers?

In a time where many companies are struggling financially can this book help?

Have there been any unexpected consequences of writing the book?

Why I Do What I Do
I believe that when leaders approach challenges with Curiosity + Courage, they unlock Possibilities often hidden beneath the surface. My mission is to partner with leaders and teams to uncover these possibilities, foster genuine connections, and create workplaces where people and organisations thrive together. By creating space for individual strengths, we build sustainable success that has real impact.
What I Offer
In pivotal moments — navigating transitions, breaking down silos, or leading transformations — growth isn’t about quick fixes. My Evolve, Express, Expand model guides leaders beyond the status quo, revealing new perspectives and paths to sustained growth. With a blend of strategic insight, business acumen, and emotional intelligence, I work alongside you to respect individual perspectives while driving organisational success.
How We’ll Work Together
My approach is tailored to meet you where you are:
- Consulting for fresh perspectives and strategic insight
- Facilitation to strengthen team cohesion and alignment
- Coaching to navigate uncertainty and foster personal growth
- Leadership Development to build resilience and create a lasting impact
With over 25 years of experience across Europe, Africa, and Asia, I bring a deep understanding of diverse, high-stakes environments, from landmine clearance to complex negotiations. Numbers, processes and systems matter — but people are the true drivers of performance and profitability. By integrating brain, body and emotions, I help leaders make better decisions, strengthen team dynamics, and achieve business outcomes — a concept I explore deeply in my book, Leading Beyond the Numbers.
Why People Work with Me
Clients tell me that my energy and insights support them to communicate effectively, drive meaningful change and achieve sustained performance. I’m most effective with leaders who value people, seek to balance high performance with a sustainable, people-centred culture and are ready to put insights into action.