Emotional Intelligence: Becoming Better Leaders through Improved Lifestyles
Thousands of books and articles have been written and published about Emotional Intelligence (EI). Yet, despite the huge amount of tips and techniques that are provided i…
Thousands of books and articles have been written and published about Emotional Intelligence (EI). Yet, despite the huge amount of tips and techniques that are provided in such publications, few people have been able to understand the real implications of this management craze. Even fewer have been able to implement it in their daily lives to become more resilient and effective. This crash course approaches the topic of EI from a different perspective: what is it that I have to change in my lifestyle in order to become more productive, successful and accomplished? By attending this intensive course, participants will learn the impact their daily habits have on their leadership and success potential. They will also learn how small but enduring habits, i.e. lifestyle, can have a positive butterfly effect on their work life balance.
Course Methodology
The course uses mini presentations by the subject matter expert aimed at explaining the theory behind emotional and action intelligence. These presentations are followed by practical applications, in the form of simulations, designed to help participants translate theory into practice. Finally, the course relies on several self-assessments and questionnaires designed to help participants discover their strengths and weaknesses in this critical interpersonal competency.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Explain how and why emotional intelligence ‘trumps’ all leadership theories as well as all degrees and qualifications!
List the impact of continuous and high level stress on personal and professional productivity
Define the 5 pillars of EI competence and identify areas for improvement as needed
Identify their personal strengths and blind spots revealed through self-assessments
Boost their Emotional Quotient (EQ) levels by learning important lifestyle tips and techniques
Target Audience
The course is intended for professionals, at all levels, who are keen on enhancing their personal productivity at work and in their personal lives. The course is of particular benefit to business managers and leaders who lead a very busy career which continues to tax other aspects of their lives.
Target Competencies
Emotional intelligence
Lifestyle management
Rational decision making
Self and time management
Resilience
Course Outline
The evolution of leadership
How and where the whole thing started
The traits approach to leadership
Reasons behind failure of the traits theory
The behavioral approach to leadership
The inconsistencies associated with the task versus people theory
Situational leadership and why it was successful
The four quadrants
The rise and fall of Intelligence Quotient (IQ)
The birth of emotional intelligence
Leading with emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence defined
The history of EI and the developments which followed
Emotional quotient versus Intelligence Quotient (IQ)
The relationship between thoughts and emotions
The pyramid of performance
The root cause of performance and behavior
The impact of emotions, feelings and thoughts on performance and behavior
The impact of emotions on leadership and critical decision making
Leading by enhancing productivity: the functions of the amygdala
Amygdala hijacks and their impact on the leader and the team
The 5 pillars of EI
Self-assessment
Scoring and interpretation of results
Lifestyle applications of the conceptual model
Addressing the gaps and where to start
The importance of a strong physical base
Boosting your leadership EQ: the lifestyle approach
Healthy versus super foods
Super foods and their impact on health and EI
Habits which sap your energy
Bad habits which are good for you
Quantity and quality of sleep needed for high EI
The 3 main clocks which control what we do
The importance of synchronizing our circadian rhythm
Myths and facts about exercise
Schedule & Fees
2026 Schedule & Fees
There are no public sessions remaining for the course this year. Please contact us if you wish to have a customized in-house session, or to find out how an additional public session can be scheduled.