When I mention EQ the question I often get is “What’s that?” EQ or Emotional Intelligence Quotient is most easily defined as a “Cross-section of interrelated emotional and social competencies and skills that determine how well we understand and express ourselves, understand and relate with others and cope with daily demands and pressures of work and life.”
Studies show that EQ is a much better predictor of success in the workplace than IQ. Unlike IQ (Intelligence Quotient) which is relatively fixed at an early age, EQ (Emotional Intelligence Quotient) can be developed and, with intention, increases as we mature.
I love the analogy of EQ and IQ that was shared as I was going through certification for EQi-2.0 and EQ360 – “Think of EQ and IQ like riding a bike. The back wheel provides the power, your IQ, and the front wheel is your steering, EQ. You need both to effectively ride the bike and steer your way thru life’s challenges.”
The base Model of Emotional Intelligence, which is a wheel, shows how emotional and social skills influence the way we …
- Perceive & express ourselves (SELF-PERCEPTION & SELF-EXPRESSION) which helps us in…
- Developing & maintaining social relationships (INTERPERSONAL Relationships) as well as…
- Use emotional information effectively (DECISION MAKING) which assists us to…
- Cope with challenges (STRESS MANAGEMENT)
Back to the bike analogy, this wheel is like a bike wheel, it functions best when balanced.
The assessment provides feedback in five primary areas with fifteen sub scales, outlined as follows:
- SELF-PERCEPTION Self-Regard, Self -Actualization, Emotional Self-Awareness
- SELF-EXPRESSION Emotional Expression, Assertiveness, Independence
- INTERPERSONAL Interpersonal Relationships, Empathy, Social Responsibility
- DECISION MAKING Problem solving, Reality Testing, Impulse Control
- STRESS MANAGEMENT Flexibility, Stress Tolerance, Optimism
The Leadership component of the assessment integrates your individual assessment results into four key leadership dimensions, which include:
- Authenticity – model the way, do what you say you are going to do (if you are not self-aware, how can you be authentic)
- Coaching – help others, invest in the individual
- Insight – take the time to be effective; collect and connect the dots, both IQ and EQ dots
- Innovation – challenge the process
I have been able to help my clients see …
- The strengths that have served them well and how
- The strengths that have maybe gotten in their way and how
- The challenges that have maybe held them back and how
- How emotions impact your decision-making process and if you are aware when they do
If you are interested in beginning a journey of understanding your EQi and the impact it can have on your personal and professional development, email me at Sue@sue-stock.com
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