REPOST: Emotional Intelligence, a capability you need to know.

According to Daniel Goleman in his book “Emotional Intelligence”, I.Q. (intelligence quotient) is not the unique factor responsible for success in professional life. During many years, there has been an emphasis in I.Q. and people who had high I.Q. were seen as more capable of reaching the best salaries and a happy life.

Nowadays, however, emotional intelligence is changing way to reach a better professional life and high grades at university are not a guarantee of a brilliant carreer. Knowing how to recognize emotions is an essential ability to manage inner states and to build relationships. It is important not only for talking with your boss during a meeting but also to take care of your children.

Therefore, E.Q. (emotional quotient) is as necessary as I.Q. because humans are beings who need to learn how to live in balance between reason and emotion.