Emotional Intelligence at Work
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is more than a sign of the times or the latest management movement – although it is both. Next week, I will be delivering a workshop at QUB on EI. This is an outline of what we will be considering. Work has changed to become more personal and pressurised than ever before. There is a recognition that raw brain-power is not enough… and never has...
Read MoreOne is Not Born, But Rather Becomes, Gifted!
The whole ‘nature versus nurture’ debate is increasingly fought out in the field of education. In an interesting article called Nature, nurture and exam results, Mike Baker looks at the current state of play. Which is, that a child’s family background largely dictates their potential for academic success. According to Professor Chris Woodhead – former controversial...
Read MoreEmotional Intelligence is Sexy!
Recent research has shown that women with higher levels of emotional intelligence tend to enjoy better sex. I’m only bringing this to your attention because I teach Emotional Intelligence. And I must admit I thought it would make a grabbing title! While you’re here, it seems an opportune moment to remind you of my 2-day EI workshop on 27-28 May, Emotional Intelligence Goes to...
Read MoreSlumdog Success
You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video So the other day I got the chance to see the film that won those eight Oscars – Slumdog Millionaire. Here’s how the Internet Movie Database describes the plot. “A Mumbai teen who grew up in the slums, becomes a contestant on the Indian version of “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?” He is arrested...
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