What do you do if your Emotional Intelligence is hindering your ability to meet deadlines?

I believe that a lot of organizations are looking for insight when hiring persons with disabilities. Time management in terms of fair accommodation in an organization is always at the top of that list due to the physical challenges that may hinder us from achieving the expected deadlines timeously. Find out from the person living in the experience during the hiring process what we need, what has worked for us previously and what can done to make to modify our environment so as to not alienate us. Assumptions are the worst, we land up coming across as inefficient and perhaps even incompetent as a result. Include us in the exercise from the onset and the expectations of all involved will be met.

When emotional intelligence hampers meeting deadlines, focusing on time management can mitigate the impact. Start by acknowledging emotions and their influence on productivity. Implement strategies like breaking tasks into smaller, manageable segments and setting realistic deadlines. Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance to allocate time effectively. Practice self-care techniques such as mindfulness or exercise to regulate emotions and reduce stress. Additionally, communicate boundaries with colleagues and seek support when needed. By honing time management skills and nurturing emotional intelligence, meeting deadlines becomes a more achievable endeavor.

In my situation, it is not a matter of empathy directed at others. It is more the depth of emotions associated with the challenges I have had to overcome to get to this position in my career. My lived experiences often times trigger emotions in a discussion where I should rather be calm and composed. That leaves me in a state where I may be perceived as lacking emotional intelligence, whereas in fact I have too many embedded emotions to contain in reaction to the given scenario. It is a major weakness and when a person has no full grasp of my history, they may wrongfully interpret it.

While emotional intelligence interferes with meeting deadlines, enhancing communication skills can offer a pathway to improvement. Start by recognizing emotions that hinder productivity and practice expressing them constructively. Communicate openly with colleagues or supervisors about challenges and seek their support or guidance. Effective communication can also involve setting clear expectations regarding deadlines and requesting extensions when necessary. Additionally, active listening skills can help in understanding others' perspectives and collaborating more effectively to meet deadlines. By fostering open and honest communication, individuals can navigate emotional barriers and work towards meeting deadlines more efficiently.

Prioritizing tasks becomes essential for overcoming this hurdle when emotional intelligence poses challenges in meeting deadlines. Begin by assessing tasks based on urgency and importance. Focus on high-priority tasks that contribute most directly to project completion or overall goals. Break down larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps to facilitate progress. Additionally, consider the consequences of missing deadlines for each task to inform prioritization decisions. By allocating time and resources effectively to prioritize critical tasks, individuals can navigate emotional barriers and enhance their ability to meet deadlines successfully.