Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Changing Leadership in a Changing World

It has been said that: “High IQ will get you through school but high EQ will get you through life”. Today’s leaders understand the need for emotional intelligence. Strength, determination and intelligence alone are no longer sufficient in the modern world. Leaders with high emotional intelligence (EQ) have been shown to excel and achieve more than those with high IQ alone. In fact, in comparing individuals with similar technical skills and knowledge, EQ is what sets high performers apart. This session will discuss the traits and characteristics of emotionally intelligent people and the difference between high IQ and high EQ. We will also discuss how learning and using all aspects of emotional intelligence can make you a better leader and improve relationships, thus creating a more powerful and positive work environment for you and your team.