You must have heard about the emotional intelligence, but do you know how it works and how you could reach your goals at work? The recruitment company Technogénie will tell you !
The psychologist Daniel Goleman, author of the book : The emotional intelligence, defines it as the ability to identify emotions, to understand, control, and adjust them depending on the circumstances.
A good management of your emotions and a good comprehension of other’s is the key towards a successful professional life.
A little test
If you answer yes to the majority of the following statements, you know how to show emotional intelligence:
Your boss tells you that there will be a big restructuring in the company and that your tasks will be changed. No problem: you are able to adapt well to change.
As a boss (or team leader), you are like a fish in the water because you find it very easy to help your employees set and achieve goals.
You often have to work in a team, but that's okay with you.
You are able to quickly get over your frustration with your colleagues or employees.
You can easily motivate yourself to do your daily work tasks and take on new challenges.
You find it very easy to realize that you are feeling an emotion, to analyze it and to deal with it, which helps you resolve conflicts and put yourself in someone else's shoes.
When your employees or coworkers are having personal problems, you know how to empathize.
You easily analyze your colleagues and know how to get them to accept any news. You express yourself effectively!
You have the ability to solve any problem and know how to put the necessary effort into it.
Difficult customers don't scare you.
You find it easy to express your emotions.
Your working relationship is very good and you don't think you have an enemy.
You have a gift for helping others feel good.
You work easily with different personality types.
You have great tips for dealing with stress and not letting your emotions get the best of you.
You are able to cope with disagreements.
You know how to use your instincts to make decisions.
You don't hold a grudge.
You don't get upset easily.
Caution
There is nothing scientific about the little test we have given you, and any such test should not be taken too seriously or used to label your employees. Fortunately, emotional intelligence is a skill that develops and evolves over the course of a lifetime.
Demonstrating emotional intelligence at work can help you avoid all kinds of conflict and be more productive. Bosses who demonstrate emotional intelligence are often valued more and perform better from their teams. Employees who manage their emotions well are happier at work and no goal stands in their way.
Several books and training courses will allow you to learn more on the subject. And to have a hand in your recruitment process, contact us!
