The Four Domains of EQ Leadership
There are many models of EQ (Emotional Intelligence), each with its own set of abilities.
They are defined in these four domains of EQ leadership:
- Self Awareness
- Self Management
- Social Awareness
- Relationship Management
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Nested within each domain are 12 EQ leadership competencies learned and learnable capabilities that allow outstanding performance at work or as a leader.
But, they also include crucial abilities, such as achievement, influence, conflict management, teamwork and inspirational leadership.
These abilites require just as much engagement with emotions and should be part of any aspiring leader’s development priorities.
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