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Is Emotional Intelligence the same as being “nice” or “polite”?
Does Emotional Intelligence just mean you have a lot of empathy?
Is Emotional Intelligence only for women or men who want to “get in touch with their sensitive side”?
After 20+ years of writing and speaking about the science behind Emotional Intelligence and its importance in work settings, I still come across people who believe one or more of these myths about EI. The author of a recent article in Scientific American fell into the “EI is just about empathy” trap. And an article in Harvard Business Review equated being nice with Emotional Intelligence. The assumption that Emotional Intelligence is related to a man’s “inner female” was raised in a comment to one of my posts about the Emotional Self-Awareness competency.
Each of these exemplify misleading stereotypes about Emotional Intelligence. And they equate one narrow slice of these abilities with the whole. But Emotional Intelligence is much more than just being empathic or nice.
Via David Hain
If you have these characteristics, did you know you also have high emotional intelligence?
Via Marc Wachtfogel, Ph.D.
The booming growth of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), like most transformational technologies, is both exciting and scary. It’s exciting to consider all the ways our lives may improve, from managing our calendars to making medical diagnoses, but it’s scary to consider the social and personal implications — and particularly the implications for our careers. As machine learning continues to grow, we all need to develop new skills in order to differentiate ourselves. But which ones?
What is learning? It’s a process of growth… starting at a neurological level, new connections forming… At work, in life, and hopefully in every classroom, people are working to teach and learn. It’s a mental process — but current neuroscience confirms learning is also physical, social, and emotional. Are you someone committed to learning and helping others learn? If so, perhaps you’ve considered:
How does learning work best?
In the Six Seconds community, we’re starting this year focused on this big question and understanding the role of emotions and emotional intelligence as our brains build new insight and meaning. The adventure starts now with five essential highlights (plus inspiring learning quotes) below.
Via David Hain
Iis higher EQ always beneficial? Although the downside of higher EQ remains largely unexplored, there are many reasons for being cautious about a one-size-fits-all or higher-is-always-better take on EQ. Most things are better in moderation, and there is a downside to every human trait.
Via David Hain
Knowing the differences can help you develop a personal strategy.
Via Anne Leong
Even the most seemingly enjoyable job can get stressful over time. And a lack of proper leadership can bring about some severe problems that can hamper a company’s culture and environment.
It has become increasingly important that besides relevant skill sets and experience, leaders must possess high emotional intelligence (EQ).
Emotional intelligence is all about having the following three traits:
1. Understanding your own emotions as well as those of your team members
2. The ability to apply emotion to the problem-solving and thinking process.
3. Sound ability of managing emotions both externally and internally.
Current and future leaders in any position in an organization need to know these strategies for emotionally intelligent leadership!
Via Marc Wachtfogel, Ph.D.
I don't know what it will take to reconcile our country. I do have tips for how to bring people together at work and at home when emotions disrup
Via Anne Leong
Those who lack emotional intelligence will self-destruct long before success is able to flourish.
Via Anne Leong
Advice to hide your emotions at work has become outdated. Instead, managers are concerned with hiring team members who are aware of others' feeling and act appropriately.
Via Marc Wachtfogel, Ph.D.
Believing these negative thoughts can become a self-fulfilling prophecy you want no part of, trust me.
Via Anne Leong
Five ways to inspire purposeful collective action on a grand scale.
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A Brief History of Our Understanding of IntelligenceIt was once thought that intelligence meant intellect, and only intellect. Intellect wasn't merely the primary focus, it was the only focus, and methods of improving the intellect were eagerly sought. Dr. Samuel Renshaw and Alfred Korzybski are two of the pioneers who worked to find methods of …
Via MyKLogica
Being emotionally intelligent doesn’t mean we don’t have feelings, but managing the feelings that you do have. We know how to share our feelings
It’s through a leader’s actions — and ultimately her beliefs — that the essence of great leadership becomes apparent.
Via Anne Leong
A new case study, written by Giacomo Nottoli, Lorenzo Fariselli, Fabio Barnabè, Erika Paci
in collaboration with Massimiliano Ghini, Joshua Freedman and Paul Stillman, shows dramatic impacts from EQ training on sales performance.
Amadori is one of the leading companies in the Italian agro-food sector, an innovative company and specialist in the poultry market. The turnover in 2015 was more than 1.2 billion euros. The Company, founded forty years ago in Cesena, relies on collaboration with over 7,400 workers and has industrial plants, subsidiaries and branches all over Italy.
Here are a few excerpts and a link to the full CASE STUDY.
Via David Hain
Commitment, passion and drive are just a few of the qualities required for success but perhaps one of the most vital skills is emotional intelligence
Via Anne Leong
91 percent of employed American adults believe that interpersonal communication issues prevent leaders from leading effectively.
Via Anne Leong
Backed up by research it is being recognised that emotionally intelligent practices can create improved teams, results and engagement in any business
Even the most seemingly enjoyable job can get stressful over time. And a lack of proper leadership can bring about some severe problems that can hamper a c
Via Kevin Watson
Emotionally intelligent leaders are a key factor in driving employee engagement. Learn how to use emotional intelligence to boost employee engagement.
Emotional intelligence is an invaluable skill. But you'll never improve yours unless you acknowledge this first.
Via Anne Leong
Believing these negative thoughts can become a self-fulfilling prophecy you want no part of, trust me.
Via Kevin Watson
had the pleasure and honor of interviewing Peter Cook, renowned author of 7 books and innovator of The Academy of Rock and Human Dynamics. Peter has created a unique, synthesizing business, music, and science as transferable lessons on business leadership, creativity, innovation, strategy, and change management. Having won a prize for his work from Sir Richard Branson, he now works for Virgin and is a visionary in his field. His approach covers all aspects of leadership and team development so that the organization is operating harmoniously. Music, being a universal language, speaks to us all and using the multifaceted aspects of music can be applied to any business.
Via David Hain
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