WHY IS EI IMPORTANT?
While emotional intelligence isn’t the sole predictor of human performance and development potential, it is a key indicator. Emotional intelligence is also not a static factor — to the contrary, one’s emotional intelligence can change over time and can be developed in targeted areas.
How EQ-i 2.0 affects Leadership: There is a recognized link between transformational leadership and high emotional intelligence.
Learn the importance of the components of the 5 Composite Scales.
Multiple studies over the past three decades indicate that a high level of EI is linked to the traits needed for effective, transformational leadership.
Emotional intelligence is closely related to increased altruistic behaviors and improved work outcomes, such as increased job performance and decreased intentions to withdraw from the organization.
Leaders who demonstrate lower EI scores have greater difficulty changing or adapting and experience more problems with interpersonal relationships.
EI scores may vary in leaders whose companies serve different purposes. • Studies also show that leadership with coaching, and training can improve EI.
