Emotional intelligence can be difficult to define and measure due to its intangible nature. It influences the way we manage our behaviours, navigate social intricacies and make personal decisions to accomplish positive results.

You can see why emotional intelligence plays a critical role in business and in life. In fact, decades of research reveal emotional intelligence as the key factor setting top performers apart from the rest of the pack.

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The greater our emotional intelligence, the better we are at understanding others, and understanding ourselves. We can use this knowledge to build positive relationships in our lives.

In today’s Ask Anita, we’re taking a closer look at emotional intelligence and how it influences the way we work as individuals, and the way we work with others.

Business – and life – is all about relationships. How can you build stronger, positive connections in 2016? This is an important goal to explore, and I’d love to help you get there.

We had such great feedback on our webinar on the 3 Pillars Foundation & Roadmap to Success, that we’ve decided to bring it back for those who missed out. Join us on the pre-recorded webinar, and discover strategies for navigating the highs and lows in business and in life, so you can keep moving forward to success.

Have questions about business and life?  I want to hear from you!  Email me at [email protected].  Connect with me on Facebook or send me a tweet (@AnitaHeidema).

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