Think of one of the most dynamic and successful people you’ve ever met:

It could be a friend, a boss, an employee, anyone. Maybe this person handles social situations with charm and grace. He or she makes other people feel at ease, seems tuned into to others, yet has a strong identity of his or her own. It might seem as if other people gravitate to this person. This person handles challenges and crises well, both personal and professional.  He or she is a leader, having negotiated the professional ranks capably and successfully. This person seems smart, but yet, there’s more. There’s something about this person that goes beyond just being smart, but you can’t quite put your finger on it.

Consider what it is about that person that makes them seem so dynamic. Is it that they can do a math problem like nobody else? Is it that they can correct grammar with blinding accuracy? Probably not. You’re thinking about this person, because this person is using his or her emotional intelligence to maneuver in the world around them.  It has been said that your IQ can get you hired, but it’s your EQ that gets you promoted.

The concept of emotional intelligence has been around for decades. In fact, research suggests that EQ is a better predictor of professional and personal success than IQ. Unlike IQ which stays the same, with coaching, EQ can be increased in targeted areas.  EQ testing and coaching can yield more productivity and more rewarding professional and personal lives. It can help corporations develop employees and leaders to drive their business to new heights. Testing and coaching can help individuals unleash their potential and conquer professional hurdles that have impeded progress for years. Created by MHS, Inc. the  EQ-i 2.0 and the EQ 360 is a psychometrically sound, validated assessment instrument. The EQ-i 2.0  is one of the most respected and recognized EI assessment instruments worldwide . Using the EQi, which measures the 5 realms of emotional intelligence and the 15 sub scales, we will define your strengths to help you use them to your advantage. Areas of weakness will be targeted for development and improvement, helping you achieve your professional goals.  EQ testing and coaching can provide us with a road map of where you’ve been, and where you need to go to achieve the success you strive for.

Services for individuals can be provided in person, or online. For corporations, onsite evaluations and assessments, consultations and coaching packages are available. Onsite seminars about emotional intelligence are also available upon request.

Emotional intelligence is defined as, “a set of emotional and social skills that influence the way we perceive and express ourselves, develop and maintain social relationships, cope with challenges, and use emotional information in an effective and meaningful way. It reflects one’s overall well being and ability to succeed in life. While EI is not the sole predictor of performance and development potential,  it is proven to be a key indicator in these areas.” -MHS

So, what’s your EQ and how can knowing  it help you? Well, perhaps next time, when I ask someone to think of the most dynamic and successful person they’ve ever met–they’ll think of you. Consider it. Your potential is waiting.