Don't ignore "bad" feelings; investigate them.
She closed the book. “Leo’s ‘toddler bicycle’ idea? He presented it again yesterday. You helped him refine it. The client loved it. That feature just saved us a $4 million contract.” Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry-...
Instead, the uses a "self/observer" method. You rate yourself, and then up to five people who know you (bosses, peers, family) rate you. The gap between your perception and their perception is the most valuable data in the book. This 10-15 minute test is the starting point for your personalized EQ development. Don't ignore "bad" feelings; investigate them
Before diving into the mechanics of the book, it is essential to understand the foundation of Bradberry and Greaves’ argument. The authors cite extensive research showing that IQ is a threshold competence. It acts as a floor; it gets you into the game, helps you graduate, and secures your first job. However, once you are in the door, IQ ceases to be a differentiator. He presented it again yesterday