Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the bedrock of leadership and the strongest predictor of work success. Experts suggest that emotional intelligence—also known as "social intelligence"—is best defined as "the ability to identify and manage emotional information in oneself and others and to focus energy on required behaviors."*
When employees are emotionally intelligent, they are more likely to excel in leadership behaviors such as adaptation to change, change management, effective negotiation, and cultural awareness. Leader and Team advantages of a high level of emotional intelligence include:
• Self-awareness—higher levels of self-confidence, control, adaptability, and innovation.
• Self-motivation—commitment, ready to seize opportunities, results oriented.
• Social awareness—able to anticipate and recognize customer needs, inspire individuals and groups.
• Change catalyst—able to model and champion needed change, create group synergy in pursuing collective goals.
Sonoma Leadership Systems offers EI solutions for differing needs. Whether you choose an assessment, a workshop, coaching, or facilitator training, we can help you and your colleagues optimize personal and team emotional and social intelligence.
* Multi-Health Systems (MHS)