Emotional intelligence: The ability to assess and manage emotions is key to professional success

Research indicates that an individual's emotional intelligence (EQ) accounts for 60-80 percent of success in the workplace and in life, while cognitive intelligence (IQ) accounts for just 20-40 percent.  In an environment like law, where everyone is cognitively smart, EQ is a significant differentiator.  In this article, Dr. Laura Belsten discusses how lawyers and law firms can master emotional intelligence -- and put it to good use.

Emotional intelligence:  The ability to assess and manage emotions is key to professional success

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The Learned Lawyer - May 22, 2009 7:46 AM
What does emotional intelligence have to do with success for law firms, lawyers and leaders? Apparently, quite a bit. The Rocky Mountain Legal Marketing Association recently hosted a program on emotional intelligence at law firms, presented by Dr. Laur...
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