Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
What is Emotional Intelligence?Emotional intelligence is a set of emotional and social skills that collectively establish how well we:Perceive and express ourselvesDevelop and maintain social relationshipsCope with challengesUse emotional information in an effective and meaningful wayIt is a predictor of success in life and work
What is the EQ-i2.0?A way to accurately assess strengths and blind spots: take the assessment in less than 20 minutes A predictable way to measures current level of emotional and social functioning: receive feedback on your resultsA vehicle for developing effectiveness in order to improve performance: develop a customized action plan in order to ensure you are focusing on the right development needs
How Accurate is it?Great amount of rigor went into the research and development of the tool4,000 people took the assessment in order to ensure results are accurate: you are compared to your norm groupChecks and balances built into the tool to ensure the most accurate results
The EQ-i2.0 Model
What Does it Measure?The EQ-i2.0 measures five distinct aspects ofemotional and social functioning:Self-Perception – understanding your emotionsSelf-Expression – expressing your emotionsInterpersonal – develop and maintain relationshipsDecision Making – use emotions to make better decisionsStress Management – cope with challenges
Self-PerceptionConsists of the following sub-categories:Self-Regard – confidenceSelf-Actualization – continuous developmentEmotional Self-Awareness – understanding my emotions
Self - ExpressionConsists of the following:Emotional Expression – saying how you feel Assertiveness – standing up for yourself effectivelyIndependence – standing on your own two feet
InterpersonalConsists of the following:Interpersonal Relationships – developing and maintaining good relationshipsEmpathy – recognizing and appreciating how others feelSocial Responsibility – contributing to society
Decision MakingConsists of the following:Problem Solving – effectively managing emotions when solving problemsReality Testing – seeing things as they really areImpulse Control – ability to resist or delay impulses
Stress ManagementConsists of the following:Flexibility – adapting to change effectivelyStress Tolerance – successfully coping with stressful situationsOptimism – having a positive outlook
HappinessFeeling satisfied, enjoying lifeAn indicator of overall well-beingNot included in overall EQ-i2.0 resultsImpacts overall EQ-i2.0, closely linked to:Self-RegardOptimismInterpersonal RelationshipsSelf-Actualization
ResultsYou get an overall EQ-i2.0 result, as well as individual results for each componentYou will receive feedback on your results and what they meanYour report includes strategies to further develop your emotional intelligence and a development plan template to help you make your commitment realImproving your Emotional Intelligence will not only help you be more successful at work, but outside of work too!
Applying EQ-i2.0There are many ways the EQ-i2.0 can be used:SelectionSelf-AwarenessSuccession PlanningLeadership DevelopmentExecutive CoachingTeam Effectiveness
Case Studies/ROIAdd some case studies to further build credibility in you and the assessment. Go to the portal and download the information that works best for you:www.mhs.com/ei