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Emotional Intelligence
Ethics and Values: Walking the Talk
January 05, 2020
We’ve all had that feeling in the pit of our stomach at sometime in our life, where we find ourselves at a crossroads. It can be personal or professional. Our values and ethics are being tested. Looking back as we close out this decade, I reflect on the earlier years in my accounting career, which were filled with challenges. My professional ethics and personal values were being challenged time and again. Living with the philosophy to “never give up,” and “do the right thing,” was no longer...
Why Q1 2020 is the Perfect Time to Start Hiring for Emotional intelligence
December 13, 2019
What’s your plan for growth in 2020?If you’re planning to expand your workplace team and hire capable and adaptable employees, then 2020 is the year to start hiring with emotional intelligence in mind.If you’ve never included emotional intelligence in how you assess a candidate’s potential, then don’t miss why Q1 2020 is the time to start hiring with these essentials skills in mind. Emotional Intelligence and the Fourth Industrial RevolutionUntil recently, emotions were largely taboo at work,...
5 Steps to Performing Well Under Pressure
November 13, 2019
Everyone deals with pressure from time to time at work.For some of us, especially those of us in management or C-Suite roles, that pressure can feel overwhelming. Below are five ways you can stay calm under pressure and keep your performance from suffering as a result of all you have to do: 1. Remember that humans work well under pressureHumans are a species who thrive in challenging situations. Even those of us who aren’t naturally gifted in performing under pressure can learn to adapt and even...
5 Small Ways to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence Every Day
October 10, 2019
Are you working to improve your emotional intelligence (EI) every day?If not, now is the time to start; after all, studies have shown that emotional intelligence is the strongest predictor of performance, explaining a full 58% of success in all types of jobs. Building your emotional intelligence isn’t just about being successful in the workplace - taking the time to develop a deeper connection with your emotions, an understanding that helps you react more calmly, and empathy, are skills you can...
The New Successful CEOs Are Emotionally Intelligent Leaders
August 21, 2019
Great news for everyone with their sights on those C-Suite positions: emotional intelligence is proving to be increasingly important in the workplace, even eclipsing intellectual intelligence as the most sought-after workplace skill.Emotional intelligence, or our emotional quotient (EQ) is classified as our ability to identify, evaluate, control, and express our emotions. As modern workplaces become more diverse and better-attuned to the needs of their employees, it’s up to the next wave of...
Dealing With Employee Conflict: What to Do
July 18, 2019
Anyone who has ever witnessed an employee conflict, or been involved in one, knows how disruptive they can be to workplace productivity, collaboration, trust, and positivity.While some might argue that workplace competition is healthy, there’s a difference between employees who can collaborate effectively while also being a bit competitive with one another, and employees who can barely collaborate without a battle of egos.If you’re struggling with how to handle employee conflict, follow these...
4 Things You Should Do Immediately After an Argument at Work
July 08, 2019
Do you know what to do after you have an argument with a colleague at work?Generally, we try to be our best selves in the office. We endeavor to minimize conflict and interpersonal tension, avoid arguments and bite our tongues even when we disagree with what’s being said.Being able to manage our emotions in the workplace shows our co-workers that we can control how we act in challenging situations and that we’ve developed our Emotional Intelligence (EI) enough that we can listen and make...
6 Behavioural Changes You Can Make Today to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence
May 23, 2019
What’s the most important skill needed for a successful career and life? It’s not your IQ… it’s your EQ!Your Emotional Quotient is your Emotional Intelligence level, and according to research at the Harvard Business Review how you manage your own emotions and how well you can connect to others’ emotions, is twice as important as your IQ and technical abilities.In order to determine the best ways to develop one’s EQ the Institute of Health and Human Potential surveyed 12,000 people to determine...
Your EQ Toolkit: Six Ways to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence
May 16, 2019
The term “emotional intelligence” seems to be everywhere but for many, it can be a tricky concept to truly understand. How do you practice emotional intelligence? How can you cultivate your emotional quotient (EQ)?Our Emotional Intelligence Toolkit is a six-step guide to controlling your thoughts, managing stress and difficult emotions, improving your relationships, and following through on positive intentions. Following these steps can help you to: Better manage stress and anxiety Become...
Lessons in Leadership from 4 Powerhouse Women in Business
March 12, 2019
It’s International Women’s Month, and we’d like to take a moment to celebrate the many milestones women have reached! Below, you will find some of our favourite leadership lessons from some of the women leading the way across the business landscape.Not only do these women lead with grit and integrity, but they strive to be authentic about the challenges of being a female leader. They demonstrate the emotional intelligence and fortitude needed to inspire and lead, and all have stories and...