In this episode, Doris and Regina dive into the fascinating world of emotional intelligence (EQ). They discuss its importance, especially in leadership, and how it surpasses IQ in contributing to a successful and cohesive team environment. The conversation covers the four components of EQ—self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, and social skills—with personal anecdotes and practical tips. They share their experiences with EQ assessments, and provide actionable strategies like mindfulness, journaling, and seeking feedback. Tune in to learn how you can develop your emotional intelligence to become a better leader and build stronger relationships.

 

Mini EQ Self-Assessment:

Reflect on the following:

1. Do I recognize my emotions as I experience them?
2. How well do I manage my stress or frustration in high-pressure moments?
3. Do I consider others’ perspectives before reacting?
4. How often do I seek out and accept feedback?
5. Am I intentional about how I connect with others?

 

Optional Facial Expression Quiz: Greater Good’s EQ Quiz

 

Download the How We Feel App, created by Yale! You're gonna love it!

 

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

01:05 Defining Emotional Intelligence

02:40 Personal Stories and Emotional Intelligence Tests

04:18 Components of Emotional Intelligence

05:20 Self-Regulation and Personal Anecdotes

09:32 Social Awareness and Relationship Management

14:33 Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Leadership

19:26 The Power of Emotional Impact in Leadership

20:00 Practicing Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation

20:58 The Let Them Theory: Handling Negativity

23:40 The Importance of Naming Emotions

25:07 Using Technology to Track Emotions

29:16 Journaling and Gratitude Practices

31:47 Seeking Feedback and Reading Fiction for Empathy

36:08 Concluding Thoughts and Takeaways

 

We'd love to connect! You can find us in all of these places:

• Regina
• Email: [email protected]
• Website:  www.collectivegrowthcc.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/reginataute
• Free Coaching Session: https://calendly.com/collective_growth/complimentary-30-min-coaching-session
• Doris
• Email: [email protected] 
• Website: www.dunnwise.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunn
• Schedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_call