Higher EQ = Better?

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to monitor one's own and others' feelings and emotions, to discriminate among them and to use the information to guide ones' thinking and actions. People who has a higher EQ are better at perceiving, evaluating and managing emotions. They are more agreeable to things, more "open" and has more positive social experiences. Thus, they settle situations in a calm manner.

It is indicated that emotional intelligence is a powerful key to leadership. Today, Intelligence itself is not enough to succeed in businesses. In the working industry today, companies only tries to recruit those who has higher EQ because they believe that they have the essential skills to succeed and are capable of contributing more in the company. More and more companies are also recognizing the benefits in specializing their staffs in the area of Emotional Intelligence because when we are dealing with people, we don't only deal with their minds but also their feelings. This also strengthens the bonds between people and maintains the relationship well.

Emotional Intelligence brings out the best in us because it results in positive emotions, better performances and professional success. Therefore, I feel that Emotional Intelligence is an essential tool for everyone because it makes things easier as we're able to understand others better, thus putting ourselves in other people's shoe too.

-Kimberley