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Why do we care about Emotional Intelligence (EQ)?

Predictors of success have been studied over the years and undoubtedly, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) surpasses intelligence quotient (IQ).

*Researcher Lyle Spencer studied managers of a $2 billion global division of Siemens with 400 branches in 56 countries. When he compared the competencies of the star performers and average performers (Star performers were the Top 10% performers with average annual sales of $29.8 million against $17 million annual sales of average performers), he found that the differentiators were the four competencies of ESI (Emotional and Social Intelligence) and not a single technical or cognitive competency. (Atre, n.d., para. 10)

This insight supports the findings from the research Bradbury and Greaves conducted, EQ being “...the single biggest predictor of performance in the workplace and the strongest driver of leadership and personal excellence” (2009, p. 21). Goleman’s research also backs this notion.

There are strong indicators that EQ can significantly and positively impact your career and life, which is why EQ is worth investing the time and effort to refine. 

This module includes:

  • Adaptability
  • Positive Outlook (Optimism)
  • Reflective scenarios
  • Strategies

Bradbury & Greaves put it this way, “when you are self-aware you are far more likely to pursue the right opportunities, put your strengths to work and—perhaps most importantly—keep your emotions from holding you back” (2009, p. 26).

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