What is Emotional Intelligence?
And can it change the world? Well, according to research in the science of emotional intelligence, it can certainly change lives. A term coined in 1990 by Salovey, Mayer and Caruso, emotional intelligence refers to the balance between emotions and cognition that results in better decisions for a healthier life. Emotionally intelligent individuals understand and express their emotions in ways that are respectful of self and others.
In their book “Executive EQ”, Dr. Robert Cooper and Ayman Sawaf say emotional intelligence, as a font of “human energy, information and influence…motivates us to pursue our unique potential and purpose and activates our innermost values and aspirations…”.
Current research shows that developing greater emotional intelligence reaps significant dividends including better relationships and increases in happiness, health and success. Workplaces, schools and individuals investing in emotional intelligence training have realized the following benefits:
Work
- Increased employee satisfaction
- Reduced downtime
- Increased bottom line
School
- Improved academic achievement
- Healthier social environment
Personal
- Strengthened immune function
- Greater sense of health and vitality
- Decreased incidences of cardiovascular disease
- Decreased phobias, addictions, depression and anxiety
- Greater emotional resilience
- More harmonious professional and personal relationships
- Greater success in professional, personal, academic and other life areas
Emotional Intelligence Training
Johanna offers a unique five-step program to increasing emotional intelligence from her own work as well as EI competency training in other leading-edge models. She leads programs, workshops, one-on-one coaching and speaking engagements in this exciting field. She tailors the program to be relevant to your organization’s needs. Johanna provides coaching services to help you increase your emotional intelligence.
What is the next step?
E-mail Johanna at info@johannavanderpol.com, to arrange a time to discuss the options for your unique application and find out if it would be the right thing for you or your organization.
