What is
Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional
Intelligence is the name given to a collection of capabilities that enable us
to recognise and manage emotions in ourselves and in other people. Some of the
many capabilities included are: self-awareness self-control, empathy and
collaboration.
Can Emotional
Intelligence be measured?
Yes, Emotional
Intelligence can be measured in a number of ways. There are validated
self-reports and tests of ability that have been around since the late 1990s.
There are also many tests available that have not been validated so it is worth
researching the topic to find the best ones.