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Skills and Strategies for Becoming a High-EQ LeaderĀ 

In a world where headlines are frequently dominated by tales of executives, politicians, and community leaders faltering in their responsibilities to both their organizations and the people they serve, the question arises: what sets apart a steadfast, decisive, and adaptable leader from one who crumbles under the weight of economic, geopolitical, and societal pressures?  Even individuals boasting exceptional intelligence sometimes …

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When Fire Struck, It was all about EQ

IQ and EQ ā€“ intelligence and emotional intelligence ā€“ much has been written about these cognitive skills, but when disaster hits, leaders will know just how much of it both they and their employees have.Ā  However, it is the power of emotional intelligence including self-control, adaptability, confidence, initiative, and optimism that will determine the future whenever any business faces a …

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Understanding Emotional Intelligence. What it isā€¦and do you have it?

Do you have emotional intelligence, more commonly referred to as EI? Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to identify emotions and manage them.Ā  People with high EI not only know their own minds, but are also really emotionally aware. They know what others are feeling, they can help others to cheer up or calm down, and they can regulate their …