Emotional intelligence, or Emotional Quotient (EQ), has become a hot phrase among business leaders in the past few years and an increasingly in-demand skill for professionals. Why? Because studies show statistical proof that employees with emotional intelligence positively impact their companies’ bottom line. What exactly is emotional intelligence and how can it help you improve business relationships? According to Justin…
Eighty percent of CEOs say they had mentors in their careers, and studies show that good mentoring leads to greater career success. If you’re not part of an organization that encourages mentor/mentee relationships, ask someone you admire to be your mentor. Your mentor will benefit from the relationship too, and the impact they have on your career is invaluable.
Repairing a professional relationship isn’t easy, no matter how trivial the issue seems. However, ignoring the issue or letting feelings fester can be damaging to the relationship. What’s more, not resolving the conflict affects productivity by distracting you and preventing you from being able to work successfully with the other person. While addressing the conflict head-on may sound intimidating, try…
