Understanding of Emotional Intelligence
Understanding of Emotional Intelligence
A set of traits and skills called emotional intelligence
include self-awareness, self-control,empathy and sensitivity to the feelings of
others. A person with effective interpersonal relationships should be possible
for those with strong emotional intelligence (Armstrong, 2014).
Success in academic, professional, social, and
interpersonal spheres of one's life depends as much on emotional intelligence
as it does on IQ. Emotional intelligence, according to Goleman, is a skill that
can be learned and developed
No one notion, regardless of what it was
called, could possibly cover or integrate all of the components of emotional
intelligence; it is no longer even a concept that is understandable. Instead,
the concept has grown so vast and the components so diverse
Signs of Emotional Intelligence
Some key signs and examples of emotional intelligence include: (Armstrong, 2014 ; Goleman, 1995 ; Clarke, N, 2007 ; Travis Bradberry, 2009).
- An ability to identify and
describe what people are feeling
- An awareness of personal
strengths and limitations
- Self-confidence and
self-acceptance
- The capacity to forgive
errors
- Embrace
change
- An ability to accept and embrace
change
- receptive
to feedback
- a keen interest in
learning new things, especially about other people.
- Feelings of empathy and
concern for others
- Showing sensitivity to the
feelings of other people
- Accepting responsibility
for mistakes
- have
a strong sense of self-awareness
- show
empathy toward others
- The capacity to control
one's emotions amid trying circumstances.
- have
balanced lives
- curious
and eager to learn
- grateful for what they
have
- express themselves
assertively
- pursue
progress, not perfection
- benefit from criticism
- You know your strengths and weaknesses
- good judge of character
- difficult to offend
- let go of mistakes
- don’t hold grudges
- neutralize toxic people
- don’t seek perfection
- limit your caffeine intake
- get enough sleep
- stop negative self-talk in its tracks
- won’t let anyone limit your joy
Your EQ, in contrast to your
IQ, is quite flexible. Your brain develops the neural pathways necessary to
turn new, emotionally sensible acts into habits as you frequently practice
them. The neural connections that supported the old, harmful behaviors die off
as your brain supports the usage of these new behaviors. Soon you don't even
have to think about using emotional intelligence when interacting with your
environment (Travis
Bradberry, 2009).
References
Armstrong, M., 2014. ARMSTRONG’S
Handbook of human resource management practice. 13 ed. united kingdom: s.n.
Clarke, N (2007) Be selective when choosing emotional
intelligence training, People Management, 3 May, p 47
Goleman, D (1995) Emotional Intelligence, New York, Bantam
Travis Bradberry, P.,
2009. Emotional Intelligence 2.0. San Diego, CA: TalentSmart.
Agreed on the content above Ameen. As an argument, since EI is essential to human resource and organizational development, it could have an impact on effective manpower planning, manpower utilization, manpower deployment, and business (industry) survival in the long run if the effect of factors like age is not taken into account (Serrat, 2017; TalentSmart, 2019). Intelligent quotients (I.Q’s) were developed to measure intelligence and however, the argument that I.Q. did not take into account contextual elements like the surroundings or cultural context when predicting accomplishment was quickly refuted (Riggio, Murphy, & Pirozzolo, 2002).
ReplyDeletethank you for your valuable note and feedback
DeleteEI typically has a favorable impact on leadership. EI can assist leaders in comprehending and appropriately responding to the demands of the workforce.
(Goleman, 2004)
Nicely explained Ameen. A common question relates to whether people are born with high EQ or whether it can be learned. The truth is that some will be more naturally gifted than others but the good news is that emotional intelligence skills can be learned. (This must be so because emotional intelligence is shown to increase with age.) However, for this to happen, people must be personally motivated, practice extensively what they learn,receive feedback, and reinforce their new skills (Serrat 2017).
ReplyDeleteThank you Manodya Perera, Managers and HR specialists need to take into account the general factors that affect how people behave at work, emotional intelligence in a variety of ways in daily life. Various techniques for developing emotional intelligence include: (Armstrong, 2014).
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