We have been thinking about IQ a person has as a precursor to success in life. New studies confirm the importance of it, but they also shed light on the critical role that intelligence in the sense of emotions plays as a predictor.
We can now confidently say that success that is sustained over longer period life requires both of them. The role of emotions can be thought of as a controlling factor over your intelligence which, if overwhelming especially in a relative sense, can be detrimental.
Key Takeaways:
- The trick to EQ is to make others feel comfortable around you rather than threatened by you.
- Success in the workplace requires both IQ and EQ, both intelligence and sociability.
- High IQ individuals may start with better jobs, but high EQ people will rise more quickly through the ranks.
“It is possible to be too smart for your good. If you show up others––even if you are correct––you will be disliked and wonder why a gregarious person got the promotion instead of you. It seems everyone hates or dislikes you. This is where EQ comes in.”
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References:
- Psychology Today (Website)
- Entrepreneur (YouTube Channel)
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