Emotional Intelligence Coaching

Emotional Intelligence Coaching

How can coaching help develop emotional intelligence?

Author(s): Steve Neale, Lisa Spencer-Arnell, Liz Wilson

Publisher: Kogan Page

Date of publication: 2011

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More than just a guide designed for coaches and leaders who want to improve their performance, this book presents a complete overview of the role played by the emotions in the performance of managers and leaders. If, as Timothy Gallway asserts, performance equals potential minus interference, the objective here is to reduce interference.
What is emotional intelligence? What is coaching and how can it be used to develop EQ? These questions may seem quite commonplace. But the answers are precise and concrete, and clarify often hazy concepts.
The structure of the book makes it difficult to read in one sitting. The best tactic may be to pick and choose the most relevant bits depending on your current challenges. Theoretical reviews, case studies and practical tips are combined, not only to open your eyes to issues of which you may not necessarily be aware, but also to spur you into action. We particularly recommend chapters 5 and 6 on how to develop your emotional intelligence by working to improve your self esteem and respect for others, as well as your values, beliefs and attitudes.
A book whose value lies particularly in its concrete and operational character.