Emotional Intelligence

## What is emotional intelligence?

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to recognize, understand, use and regulate emotions. Popularized by Goleman, scientific foundations by Salovey and Mayer with four branches: perceiving, using, understanding and managing emotions.

## Why is EQ important?

EQ is a better predictor of success than IQ in many contexts, especially leadership and relationships.

## How is EQ measured?

**MSCEIT**, **EQ-i** and **Wong & Law EIS**.