Here's how you can enhance your leadership skills by developing emotional intelligence.

In my experience, the most important competency in leadership is now managing emotional intelligence. For emotional intelligence development, communication and negotiation techniques and psychological training should be received, productivity should be monitored by integrating it into their own business processes, and support should be provided with feedback from the environment and teams. You should follow current information and innovations regarding teams and management.

Mastering your emotions is very important for effective leadership. Self-awareness lies at the core of emotional intelligence, enabling you to recognize triggers & their impact on your behavior. Through reflection, you gain control over reactions & make informed decisions. This self-awareness also reveals your leadership strengths & areas for improvement, driving continuous growth

A person who can lead emotions can lead, encourage and inspire people. Emotional intelligence is controlling your emotions intelligently: feeling and knowing what to do with them. ___ A pessoa que consegue liderar emo??es, consegue liderar incentivar e inspirar pessoas. Inteligência emocional é controlar as suas emo??es de forma inteligente: sentir e saber o que fazer com elas.

Just as (Daniel Goleman, 2017) said, “If your emotional abilities aren’t in hand, if you don’t have self-awareness, if you are not able to manage your distressing emotions, if you can’t have empathy and have effective relationships, then no matter how smart you are, you are not going to get very far.”

Be mindful of the language and behaviour (verbal and nonverbal) that we use with not just our elders but also with the younger ones and remember that respect is not a factor of age. It is to be earned.

This has been the HARDEST skill for me to learn/improve because I've been a people pleaser for a majority of my career, so when I did have to tackle conflicts as a leader/people manager, it usually showed up as explosions: - (Very) loudly letting a peer know that their assessment is incorrect, in an open office setting --> I was doing the right thing (standing up for my team) but in an ineffective way - (Very) openly disagreeing with my boss' reasoning for not promoting me --> again, doing the right thing (standing up for myself) but in an unproductive way My aim is to understand and honor my strong emotions, rather than reacting impulsively. I believe cultivating self-empathy is essential before we can truly empathize with others.

In my experience, resolving conflict with emotional intelligence is critical for successful settlement. By remaining aware of and managing my own emotions, I am able to address the situation with calm and consideration. I also prioritise knowing the feelings and viewpoints of those concerned. This empathy contributes to a courteous and open discourse. Offering ideas that include everyone's requirements and being willing to compromise frequently results in resolutions that are acceptable to all parties. This method not only settles the immediate dispute, but it also improves connections and promotes a collaborative environment.

In my experience, developing emotional intelligence is a continuous journey. As a leader, it's crucial to always look for ways to enhance and fine-tune these skills. I've done this by asking for feedback, participating in professional development, and regularly practicing mindfulness and self-reflection. Over time, these practices have made emotional intelligence feel more instinctive in my leadership role. I've come to understand that emotional intelligence isn't fixed; it grows as I gain more experience and encounter new challenges. This ongoing growth has greatly improved my ability to lead with empathy and understanding.