Research by Dan Goleman, the author and psychologist who introduced emotional intelligence to management thinking, has shown that EQ is a more powerful determinant of good leadership than technical competence, IQ, or vision. It is now one of the crucial criteria in hiring and promotion processes, performance evaluations, and professional development courses. And it's not innate—it's a skill that all of us can improve upon.
In this Guide, you'll learn how to:Recognize your own EQ strengths and weaknessesBuild your self-awarenessRegulate your emotions in tough situations, or recover from an outburstMotivate yourself through ups and downsEmpathize with othersBuild your social skillsHelp an employee develop emotional intelligence—and hire for EQ to begin withBuild the social awareness of your teamHandle specific situations like crying at work, tense communications across different cultures, and making decisions without emotional bias
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