The Mindfluence Revolution

083: The Critical Importance of Emotional Intelligence for Leadership Performance and Productivity


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Can't seem to inspire your team and make the impact you truly want as a business leader or professional? Then you certainty want to stay tuned to this week's Mindfluence episode and challenge of the week to get a jumpstart on your EQ skills. And no, this is not airy fairy stuff! There is research that backs the importance of EQ in a leader, in a person, and how it improves relationships across all aspects of your life, not just professional. 

 

Key Takeaways:

[1:30] How much do emotions impact business leaders?

[2:30] Emotions drive people and people drive performance.

[3:00] How are you doing with your leadership EQ?

[7:00] You simply cannot underestimate the value of your EQ.

[7:30] Bruce shares a personal story that speaks to why EQ is so important.

[16:00] Research has confirmed that emotionally intelligent leaders are more effective.

[18:20] This is not airy fairy stuff.

[20:35] Emotional intelligence is more important than intellectual intelligence and experience.

[20:55] Bruce explains why he loves to watch Shark Tank...for its scientific value. [23:50] Of the leaders with high EQ, 92% created positive workplace climate.

[25:00] Why is your company culture not wonderful? It's because of this EQ factor.

[27:25] The 5 different areas of emotional intelligence.

[29:15] Treat others the way they want to be treated.

[33:40] It all begins at self-awareness.

[35:35] The second step is self-regulation, which also happens to be Dr. Norton's lowest score.

[37:50] The next level is motivation.

[39:00] The fourth level is empathy.

[39:10] The final level is social skills.

[40:00] Pay more attention to your feelings on a daily basis.

[44:00] Pay more attention to your body language as well.

[45:10] Can't seem to inspire your team? Your emotional intelligence is related to that.

[46:00] People know when you're faking it.

[48:00] Mindfluence challenge of the week. 

 

Mentioned in This Episode:

Ttisuccessinsights.com

Danielgoleman.info

The Business Case for Emotional Intelligence

Mindfluencerevolution.com

The Mindfluence YOUniverse

Free Webinar by Mindfluence Revolution

Email Mindfluence: [email protected]

Schedule a free call: www.meetme.so/mindfluencerevolution

Email Dr. Norton: [email protected]

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