if you’re looking to develop particular EI strengths, it helps to consider areas for improvement others have identified along with the goals you want to achieve
Daniel Goleman, Co-Director, Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations, Rutgers University
Michele Nevarez, executive coach
takeaways of note:
3 Qs that can help to change our routine reactions and to figure out the habits that aren’t serving us well…
1- What are the differences between how you see yourself and how others see you? ...to consider the multiple facets of EI, (1) use a 360-degree assessment or (2) work with a coach or (3) find a learning partner – a trusted colleague to talk over how you are doing on a regular basis.
2- What matters to you? …ask how do you want to get better at what you do now, or where you want to go in the future?
3- What changes will you make to achieve these goals? … (1) keep it specific & (2) take every opportunity to practice the skill you’re developing, no matter how small.