The Confidence Crisis Confidence used to be simple.Or at least, that’s how it seemed. A firm handshake, a steady voice, a man who knew his place in the world — that was the old archetype. But times have changed. Modern men are expected to balance strength with empathy, ambition with balance, and decisiveness with emotional…
Emotional Intelligence
Leaders and Managers
A Leader Does Not Need to Be a Manager, but a Manager Needs to Be a Leader In the dynamic world of business, the terms leaders and managers are often used interchangeably. However, they represent distinct roles with unique responsibilities and skill sets. While a leader does not necessarily need to be a manager, a…
The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence
In my last article, we looked at Emotional Intelligence and its importance for managers and leaders and life itself. There is the dark side of emotional intelligence, which we will have all experienced at some time in our lives. Here I will look at the dark side of emotional intelligence and what to look for,…
Emotional Intelligence
What is Emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence (or emotional quotient or EQ) is the ability to understand, use, and manage your emotions positively to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathise with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict. Emotional intelligence helps you build stronger relationships, succeed at work, and achieve your career and personal goals. It can also…