By: Simon Andrew Casey
Introduction •
Emotional Intelligence, the measure of which is referred to as EQ, is often compared to our Intelligence Quotient or IQ. But what is the difference? IQ measures a person’s reasoning ability while EQ measures how one manages their emotions. Have you ever met someone who’s intellect was off the charts, but they lacked in the area of emotions? Below you will find 7 areas that are part of the measurement of EQ.
Ways to Measure Emotional Intelligence • Take an online test • Choose a self-reporting test to learn how you see yourself • You have self-control • You effectively manage change • Control your thoughts • pay attention
Take an Online Test •
Many online assessments claim to measure your emotional intelligence. Generally, you answer a series of multiple-choice questions, and then you're presented with your results.
Choose a Self-Reporting Test to Learn How You See Yourself •
One type of test asks you questions about how you view yourself. It's the simplest approach because you can do it all by yourself in less than an hour online. However, it doesn't necessarily give you the whole picture by itself.
You Have Self-Control •
Controlling your emotions is key in emotional intelligence. You need to be able to act to act and react based on the situation and not on how you are feeling in that moment. Reacting based on how you feel can come with some not so appealing consequences.
You EffEctivElY ManagE changE •
Change is a simple fact of life. How you react to the change is a measure of your EQ and can set you apart from your peers. The one that is able to see the change, adjust to it, help others adjust, and create a positive outcome, will be the one others will look to when future changes occur. If you are a leader or looking to be one, this skill is critical.
Control Your Thoughts •
Much research has been done to show that we do indeed talk to ourselves. How we talk to ourselves is a measure of our emotional intelligence. How is your self-talk? Do you berate yourself or put yourself down or do you keep a positive attitude and say the words that will keep you moving forward in a positive direction? Part of your success will come down to the things you say to yourself each day.
Pay Attention •
Today, the weapons of mass distraction come in many forms including texts, emails, and social media. How are you managing these distractions? Are you able to focus for an extended period of time without being tempted to look at your phone or emails? How effective you are at paying attention is a factor that goes into determining your emotional intelligence and the amount you can accomplish throughout each day. Those with a higher EQ accomplish more by not allowing distractions to impair their focus.
EMpathEtic •
We previously talked about being self-aware. Well, being empathetic takes awareness one step further. Being empathetic is being aware of the emotions of others. You do this by listening carefully and tuning into the non-verbal clues those around you are giving. This gives you the opportunity to build a closer relationship and allows them to related better to you.
• Simon Andrew Casey is a successful businessman who provides the useful and important tips of emotional Intelligence through which you can through which you can better decision making and controlled the behaviors.