Emotional Intelligence Unleashed

By Dr. Moe Tarek El Kassar

In a world driven by intelligence, Emotional Intelligence (EI) stands out as a vital skill that transcends traditional intellect. "EQ Unleashed" offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and harnessing the power of emotions to achieve personal and professional success. This concise eBook delves into the core components of EI, exploring self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.

 

Learn how to navigate the complex terrain of your emotions, identifying triggers and guiding them toward beneficial ends. Discover practical ways for dealing with negative emotions, set objectives, and staying motivated in the face of obstacles. Empathy can be used to connect with people, improve communication, and develop meaningful connections. Through emotional intelligence, you will learn effective tactics for dispute resolution, establishing a positive work culture, and empowering leadership.
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dr. Moe Tarek El Kassar
• Release date: Jan 22, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223578079

Dr. Moe Tarek El Kassar

Moe is an experienced business professional with over 28 years of direct sales, channel sales management, product management, marketing, and training. A professional hybrid combining science and management. Moe has a passion for applied business research in Learning & Development, Organizational Learning, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, and Performance.  Moe has over 10 years of experience in leadership coaching, executive coaching, team coaching, career coaching, mentoring, and training. Moe's mission is to help successful individuals bring about positive, long-term changes in their behavior; for themselves, their people, and their teams to achieve even greater success. Besides 1-on-1 consultations and group sessions, Moe regularly hosts workshops, training, and seminars for managers who are interested in developing their own coaching techniques. Moe also offers online asynchronous professional and personal development courses on my E-learning platform. Moe's driving purpose is to influence positive and sustainable outcomes for people and organizations. Moe holds a Ph.D. in Business, an MBA, and an MA Ed. (Coaching & Mentoring), and BS in Environmental Sciences. In addition, to multiple professional certifications. He is an ICF Certified Coach and a certified Marshall Goldsmith executive, leadership, and team coach.

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CONTENTS

Chapter 1

Introduction to emotional intelligence

Definition and concept of emotional intelligence

The importance of emotional intelligence in personal and professional life

How emotional intelligence differs from other forms of intelligence

Chapter 2

Self-awareness: the foundation of emotional intelligence

Understanding your emotions

Recognizing your triggers

Developing self-awareness through mindfulness and self-reflection

Chapter 3

Self-regulation: managing your emotions

The role of self-regulation in emotional intelligence

Techniques for managing negative emotions

Strategies for avoiding emotional hijacking

Chapter 4

Motivation: harnessing the power of emotions

The connection between emotions and motivation

Setting goals and using emotions to drive progress

Overcoming procrastination and setbacks

Chapter 5

Empathy: understanding and connecting with others"

The importance of empathy in emotional intelligence

How to develop empathy skills

Communicating with empathy and compassion

Chapter 6

Social skills: building strong relationships

The role of social skills in emotional intelligence

Building strong relationships through effective communication

Conflict resolution and managing difficult interactions

Chapter 7

Enhancing emotional intelligence

Assessing your current level of emotional intelligence

Techniques for developing and strengthening emotional intelligence

The benefits of a high emotional intelligence

Chapter 8

Applying emotional intelligence in the workplace

Using emotional intelligence to improve leadership skills

Building a positive work culture through emotional intelligence

Emotional intelligence in team building and collaboration

Chapter 9

Emotional intelligence in personal relationships

Emotional intelligence in romantic relationships

Parenting with emotional intelligence

Building strong friendships through emotional intelligence

Chapter 10

Conclusion: The ongoing journey of emotional intelligence

References and Bibliography

Chapter 1-

Introduction to Emotional

Intelligence

Definition and concept of emotional intelligence

The ability to recognize and understand one's own emotions as well as the emotions of others is referred to as emotional intelligence. It entails the ability to manage and regulate one's own emotions, as well as the ability to communicate with and comprehend others empathically and successfully.

Emotional intelligence is classified into four categories:

1. Self-awareness: the ability to recognize and

comprehend one's own emotions, as well as how

they influence one's thoughts and actions.

2. Self-regulation: the ability to control and manage

one's own emotions in a healthy and constructive manner.

3. Motivation: the ability to employ emotions to propel

action and attain objectives.

4. Empathy: the ability to comprehend and relate to

the feelings of others.

Emotional intelligence is significant because it allows people to better understand and control their own emotions as well as those of others. It can lead to greater communication and relationships, as well as better decision-making and leadership. It also plays a role in overall mental health and well-being.

The concept of emotional intelligence was popularized by psychologist and author Daniel Goleman in his 1995 book Emotional Intelligence. Goleman argued that emotional intelligence is a key factor in success and that it is often more important than traditional measures of intelligence, such as IQ. Since then, emotional intelligence has become an important area of research and has been widely recognized as an important quality in both personal and professional settings.

Emotional intelligence is a broad notion that encompasses a