Overview of Emotional intelligence and its value at work

Emotional Intelligence, also called EI and often measured as an Emotional Intelligence Quotient or EQ, Emotional quotient seeks to measure a person’s ability, capacity or skill to perceive, assess and manage one’s self, of others and of group.

History behind the term ‘Emotional intelligence’

Earlier when psychologist refers intelligence to cognitive aspects such as memory and problem solving. However there were researchers who recognized the non-cognitive aspects are also important for the consideration of one’s intelligence. Surveys conducted by EQ experts showed that there is an intelligence based on emotion, and people who have this capacity are less depressed, healthier and more employable and have better relationships.

In the early 1990’s John Mayer and Peter Salovey introduced the term ‘Emotional Intelligence’ (EI). However concept really gained popularity in 1995 when psychologist Daniel a Goleman wrote his book ‘emotional intelligence why it can matter more than IQ’

Daniel Goleman says emotional intelligence has five emotional competencies (Emotional competence refers to the personal and social skills that lead to superior performance in the world of work)

-To identify and name one’s emotional states and to understand the link between emotion, thought and action.

-To manage one’s emotional states to control one’s emotions or to shift undesirable emotions to more adequate ones

-To enter in to emotional states associated with a drive to achieve and be successful.

-To enter and sustain satisfactory interpersonal relationship.

-To read, be sensitive to and influence other people’s emotions.


Now EI has much significance not only in one’s work life but also in one’s personal life. It is an excellent indicator of individual and group success in a corporate environment. Emotional intelligence has become the hottest buzzword in corporate America. Most of the organizations not only consider IQ but also EQ level. The ability to manage feelings and handle stress is another aspect of emotional intelligence that has been found to be important for success. Empathy is a particularly important aspect of emotional intelligence, and researchers have known for years that it contributes to occupational success.

So, would you like to test your EQ?

www.helpself.com/iq-test.htm

Suggestions to develop your EQ

www.eqi.org/summary.htm

Interview Tips( part ii)

A .Questions, you can ask to the interviewer……..

At the end of an interview,there will arise a question – you want to ask us anything?It is unwise to say ‘no’. This is your chance to show your enthusiasm in getting a job in that firm/company.You should be very careful in formulating your questions.Asking about the holiday,pay benefits and questioning the business decision would certainly create a bad impression.

Here are some of the question ,you can ask to the interviewer …..

Can you describe a typical day?
What training do you offer?
I read about your new plans/new product, can you tell me more about that?
What are the best things about working here?
When can I expect to hear your decision?

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B. How to manage some of the tricky questions in interviews?

This is meant for the beginners and it is an attempt to make oneself familiar with the most frequently asked questions in various interviews. A candidate who have not prepared for these type of question may waste his precious time by narrating irrelevant things.

Tell us about yourself (most frequently asked questions.)

Don’t waste time by narrating your early life, but focus on your academic achievements or professional accomplishments. Highlight your knowledge and skill, which meet the demand. Convince the interview board that you are the best, suited for the job. At any instance, you should not exaggerate .Let the interview board come to a conclusion.

Why do you want this job?

It is an opportunity to highlight our knowledge and skills are a perfect match, for the job we have applied for…

What are your long-term aims?

We all know that ambition is a good quality. So don’t hold back, but highlight your aims, which have some relevance to the job.

What are your strengths/weaknesses?

Strength-It is important that, your strengths mentioned have some relevance to the job.we may indicate activities like computation, innovative design, drawing skethes,tending the sick etc…Don’t be too general like “I am honest “or “I am hardworking”.

Weakness-Don’t say “I am lazy, selfish or jealous” and don’t mention that you have no weaknesses. Instead of that you may say some ‘Positive’weaknesses, (it may sound like a weakness, but in the ultimate analysis a source of strength). For eg.You say , I would like to have more skills in xxxx area

to be continued……….

‘Montessori teaching’-A challenging career

Today ,parents are well aware of the benefits of a suitable environment for the social emotional and intellectual development of their children. It has become a trend to get children trained in a Montessori for formal schooling. That is why this field is slowly acquiring a professional approach.

History behind the evolution of Montessori method of teaching

Montessori system of education was first innovated by Dr. Maria Montessori. It was the more liberal approach of her mother,Renilde Montessori that encouraged Maria Montessori to explore her natural inclination to learn, regardless of the social restrictions placed on women in the male -dominated society of the day. Renilde played an active role in her daughter's upbringing. The whole philosophy behind the development of her child was later known as Montessori method

Aims and objectives

Montessori programmes aim to help children reach their full potential in all areas of life. Specially montessory trained teachers, guide and help the child to experience the joy of learning and ensure the development of self-esteem. The system simply provides the experiences, from which children create their own knowledge. In the class room specially trained teachers prepares an environment that allow the child to explore the information from the world.There are specially designed learning materials and furniture that speed the learning process by increasing the creativity in children.

Career prospects

Montessori teaching is a rewarding career. One of the great advantages of this is that, both Parties ( techers and the children) are getting benefited by this method..Moreover it is a career, which offers maximum job satisfaction for those enthusiastic/sincere/hardworking teachers ,because they are working for a better world, a better future and a better tomorrow. Once a person gets enough training in Montessori method of teaching, He/she will definitely enjoy the carefully selected materials, thoughtfully sequenced lesson, extensive curriculum and joyful class room environment.

For more details ..

http://www.montessori-namta.org/NAMTA/geninfo/whatismont.html

http://www.montessori.edu/info.html