Five Benefits of Emotional Intelligence - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Five Benefits of Emotional Intelligence - Introvert Whisperer Five Benefits of Emotional Intelligence Intelligence Quotient (IQ) is recognised as an essential element of success. Everyone knows how people with high IQs typically do well in school and the workplace. People with high IQs have the advantage than your average Joe since they can perceive information and retain it as knowledge. However, having a high IQ doesn’t necessarily guarantee a lifetime of success, happiness, or virtue.  These days, Emotional Intelligence (EI) or Emotional Quotient (EQ) is as important, maybe even more important for companies than an impressive resume or a high IQ. Unlike Intellectual Quotient which measures a person’s cognitive abilities, Emotional Intelligence is about the ability to perceive, control, and evaluate emotions â€" whether it’s your own or other people. Emotional Intelligence can be divided into Personal and Social Skills or Competencies. Personal competencies focus more on how you manage your own emotions. This includes having skills such as being aware of and understanding your emotions, managing them appropriately and proportionately, self-motivation and personal time management. A person with higher emotional intelligence are capable of managing stress effectively and are less likely to suffer from depression. In the workplace, an effective interpersonal communication is essential not only for interactions with clients and prospects but for developing a well-functioning, high-performing team as well. Emotional Intelligence, under Social Competencies, includes having interpersonal skills, how a person understands others and their emotions and actions, and your reaction towards them. In this infographic by Sparkle, learn about how emotional intelligence can be beneficial for you and your business.