What does EQ has to do with being innovative?

We all know that being resilient, adaptable, focused, and effective is crucial in making things happen in organisations today, but let's not forget about the magic ingredient: innovation!

We often hear about emotional intelligence (EQ) in the context of empathy and social skills. But guess what? It's also a secret sauce for driving innovation! ??

Vivek Wadhwa, the tech entrepreneur, sums it up perfectly: "Innovation is all about people. Innovation thrives when the population is diverse, accepting, and willing to cooperate." ??

Think about it: even the tiniest innovations, like tweaking an existing process, require a whole bunch of interpersonal skills. You've got to shake things up, convince others with your killer communication skills, and collaborate like a pro to make it happen.

To initiate an innovation, it requires a clear mind and especially courage and confidence. We have heard before that courage does not take place in the absence of fear, in fact courage is the ability to take action despite experiencing fear.

That's where EQ comes into play. People with high emotional intelligence are naturals at innovation. They're the ones who can navigate through challenges, inspire others, and turn ideas into reality. ??

So, let's keep boosting that EQ and unleashing our innovation superpowers! Who's with me? ?? #EmotionalIntelligence #Innovation #LeadershipGoals