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  <title>083: The Critical Importance of Emotional Intelligence for Leadership Performance and Productivity</title>
  <description>Can't seem to inspire your team and make the impact you truly want as a business leader or professional? Then you certainty want to stay tuned to this week's Mindfluence episode and challenge of the week to get a jumpstart on your EQ skills. And no, this is not airy fairy stuff! There is research that backs the importance of EQ in a leader, in a person, and how it improves relationships across all aspects of your life, not just professional.&amp;amp;nbsp; &amp;amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways: [1:30] How much do emotions impact business leaders? [2:30] Emotions drive people and people drive performance. [3:00] How are you doing with your leadership EQ? [7:00] You simply cannot underestimate the value of your EQ. [7:30] Bruce shares a personal story that speaks to why EQ is so important. [16:00] Research has confirmed that emotionally intelligent leaders are more effective. [18:20] This is not airy fairy stuff. [20:35] Emotional intelligence is more important than intellectual intelligence and experience. [20:55] Bruce explains why he loves to watch Shark Tank...for its scientific value. [23:50] Of the leaders with high EQ, 92% created positive workplace climate. [25:00] Why is your company culture not wonderful? It's because of this EQ factor. [27:25] The 5 different areas of emotional intelligence. [29:15] Treat others the way they want to be treated. [33:40] It all begins at self-awareness. [35:35] The second step is self-regulation, which also happens to be Dr. Norton's lowest score. [37:50] The next level is motivation. [39:00] The fourth level is empathy. [39:10] The final level is social skills. [40:00] Pay more attention to your feelings on a daily basis. [44:00] Pay more attention to your body language as well. [45:10] Can't seem to inspire your team? Your emotional intelligence is related to that. [46:00] People know when you're faking it. [48:00] Mindfluence challenge of the week.&amp;amp;nbsp; &amp;amp;nbsp; Mentioned in This Episode: Ttisuccessinsights.com Danielgoleman.info The Business Case for Emotional Intelligence Mindfluencerevolution.com The Mindfluence YOUniverse Free Webinar by Mindfluence Revolution Email Mindfluence: team@mindfluencerevolution.com Schedule a free call: www.meetme.so/mindfluencerevolution Email Dr. Norton: drnorton@mindfluencerevolution.com </description>
  <author_name>The Mindfluence Revolution</author_name>
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