Have you heard 0f EQ, or emotional intelligence? Do you think that it has a place in today’s workplace? I think it does, as it contributes to productivity. In these next few posts I’ll share my thoughts on emotional intelligence and how EQ supports workplace productivity.
Dr. Reuven BarOn, the creator of the EQi or Emotional Quotient Inventory, (the first scientifically developed and validated measure of emotional intelligence) states that emotional intelligence can increase organizational productivity by increasing leadership performance. He defines emotional intelligence, or EQ, as a “cross section of emotional and social competencies that determine how well we understand and express ourselves, relate with others and cope with daily demands and pressures.” It includes self awareness, self motivation, empathy, managing ones mood and relationships.
Usually when it comes to productivity, people are focused on getting all of their tasks done in an efficient manner, but we need to look at EQ, as it can play a big role in increasing productivity in the workplace. Having high EQ positively impacts productivity and ultimately, the bottom line.
Right now, companies have fewer employees who are expected to do more work in the same amount of time they’ve always had. They’re doing more with less; more work, fewer workers, less money for the jobs they perform. With this in mind, it’s more important now than it ever was to work smarter, not harder. Working smarter and not harder is something that organizations have to do for ultimate productivity and incorporating EQ will contribute to just that.