How to Improve Emotional Intelligence [UPDATED]

Emotional intelligence is a term thrown around a lot today. But what does it mean in theory? What does it look like in practice?

Many leaders in organizations or partners in personal relationships claim to have emotional intelligence, and that may be true, however, putting it into consistent practice is often another story.

We can all recall a situation either at work or in a personal relationship where either ourselves or another individual refused to listen and/or communicate effectively or take ownership or accountability of a conflict or issue, resulting in dismissed feelings. These situations are examples of what emotionally intelligent people don’t do.

So what does this mean for you exactly, and why is it important? In this article, we will dive into some common signs of emotional intelligence and some habits you can develop today to improve all your relationships.

What is Emotional Intelligence (EQ)?

Emotional intelligence is the ability to effectively manage and control your emotions while also empathizing with others and making decisions.

The key word here is effective.

As mentioned briefly above, emotional intelligence applies to both personal and professional situations and…