The EQ-i model of Emotional Intelligence presents 15 well researched and tightly defined components that make up the behavioral face we each show. What we look and sound like to the world around us--that is our EQ. While each of these EQ elements is important and has a particular role to play in our
Whoa, Buddy! Part 1
Part 1: Overdoing EQ The common (and incorrect) way to approach Emotional Intelligence (and the EQ-i specifically) is to assume that, simply, more is better. Broadly considered, high engagement with EQ’s various elements is a good thing, but of course, the devil is in the details. Too much energy
Whoa, Buddy! Part 2
Part 2: Addressing Overdone Behavior The conclusion of “Whoa, Buddy Part 1” was that too much of any EQ behavior is as much a liability as its deficit. But surprisingly, the fix for too much of something is not to do less of it. It is very difficult—and I would actually argue that it is
Goldilocks & EQ Coaching: Interpersonal Relationships
Is it possible to have EQ the “Goldilocks” way: not too much, not too little, but just right? In the EQ-i2.0 model of Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Relationships is your ability and tendency to give and receive trust and compassion and to establish and maintain mutually satisfying personal
Goldilocks & EQ Coaching: Assertiveness
Is it possible to have EQ the “Goldilocks” way: not too much, not too little, but just right? In the EQ-i2.0 model of Emotional Intelligence, Assertiveness is your ability to put your needs, thoughts and opinions out into the world—even when doing so invites opposition or conflict or causes you to