Emotional Intelligence was coined in 1990 by researchers Peter Salavoy and John Mayer. Today you will recognize it as a key element of success in team productivity. In fact, we now know you can maximize team productivity with Emotional Intelligence. We also know that E.I. trumps IQ in the arenas of professional and personal life. Most importantly, when you have both working together, your team is much more likely to reach its goals.
R.U.M……..Recognize, Understand, Manage
Emotional Intelligence, or “EI”, is the ability to recognize, understand and manage (R.U.M.) your emotions and the emotions of others. Why is this important? Emotions precede thought, and when they run high, they change the way your brain functions. Out-of-control, reactive emotions diminish your cognitive abilities and your decision-making powers. Your ability to stay calm, cool, and empathetic under stress is the central aspect of emotional intelligence. E.I. empowers your brain to think smarter.
In your personal life, E.I. can help you:
(1) Have difficult conversations without hurting feelings
(2) Manage your emotions when stressed
(3) Improve relationships with loved ones
At work, E.I. can help you:
(1) Resolve conflicts
(2) Coach and motivate others
(3) Create a culture of collaboration
(4) Build psychological safety within teams
E.I. is a Skill that you can Learn
Some individuals naturally have more EI than others. But EI is a skill you can learn. Learning Emotional Intelligence can be a game-changer if you want to have a happier personal life and a more satisfying and productive professional life. Not only is EI a valuable life skill for you to use at work but you can also feel good knowing you are helping to make the world a better place. The more you can Recognize, Understand, and Manage your emotions (R.U.M.), the more likely you can help create social harmony.
Make the World-and your Business-a Better Place with E.I.
Imagine a world where people are better able to manage their emotions…..what you would have is a world built on empathy and understanding and dare we say, world peace? Granted, that is a big goal and won’t happen overnight. But when it comes to you and your real estate team, the effects of E.I. are quickly attainable. The result of team E.I. is increased business productivity and team well-being. Emotional Intelligence is a win-win for both business goals and team harmony. Maximize your team’s true potential with Emotional Intelligence. It’s one of the best investments you can make for your business goals.
To learn more about Emotional Intelligence, go to the Institute for Health and Human Potential on the World Wide Web.