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You need both passion and compassion to lead
Passion gets you up in the morning; it is the fuel that drives you to immerse yourself in your work and deliver results. Compassion is what you extend to others; it is the manifestation of caring and concern. Though these two concepts may not get equal time in the discussion of leadership, they are equally important.
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What is emotional intelligence? 15 ways to improve it
Equally affecting your work-life and your personal life, emotional intelligence (EQ or EI) is the ability to understand, manage, and express one's own emotions and feelings. EI also affects your engagement and navigation of interaction with other people. Basically, it is the ability to understand the emotions of the people around you.
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7 Habits of highly emotionally intelligent people
It has increasingly become accepted that emotional intelligence is an important factor in our success and happiness, not only at work, but in our relationships and all areas of our lives. So what sets emotionally intelligent people apart? Here are seven habits that people with high EI have:
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What is compassionate leadership
Leaders are often regarded for their firm ideals, strong personality, and the ability to make deep, strategic decisions. But apart from all of these, the most important characteristics of a leader is not how well they can control those around them or how many deals they can close; instead, the marks of a true leader are how they treat those around them.
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The Importance of emotional intelligence in leadership
Emotional intelligence has recently become one of the key talking points when it comes to leadership. One thing we know for sure is that it is a trait that can be measured and developed. But what exactly is it and how does it influence the concept of leadership as we know it today?
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How emotional Intelligence can reduce risk and promote growth
Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and manage your own emotions, as well as those of others. It is essential to decision-making and relationship-building. In fact, research shows emotional intelligence accounts for nearly 90 percent of what helps people advance their career when IQ and technical skills are similar.
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The secret to better relationaships with co-workers? Mindfulness
Mindfulness at work is not just about finding a place to meditate during your workday—it has to do with being mindful about the relationships you have with your coworkers.
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The wandering mind at work: How to go from distraction to deep work
The more focused you are, the faster and higher you will rise in the ranks at work. This was the conclusion of a study which Potential Project did with 35,000 managers and leaders across the globe. Other studies have found that high levels of focus make you feel more balanced and productive and be perceived as a better leader. The message is clear: to be successful and happy, focus and deep work are key.
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Five ways mindfulness makes your relationship happier
Mindfulness is an attitude to living that helps you be more open, compassionate, and self-aware. It involves deliberately directing your attention away from autopilot and negative, judging thoughts, allowing you to be more present and connected to whatever is happening right now.
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