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The Downsides of Being Very Emotionally Intelligent

Harvard Business

The main reason for this is Gemma’s high emotional intelligence (EQ), which explains all of the qualities described above. A well-developed ability to manipulate others. If you agree, you are not alone: Most people would find Gemma’s personality a great asset, and not just in a work context.

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How to Be a Rising Star at Google

CaseInterview.com

The idea was to figure out what’s working, and to use that insight to modify their recruiting and professional development efforts. They created a data set with every employee's recruiting assessment, performance reviews, and promotions history. All of the other “soft skills” were based around emotional intelligence (EQ).

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So you want to be a manager? Questions to ask before seeking that promotion

The Management Centre

In this article, Petia Tzanova, =mc Learning and Development Consultant draws on her extensive career to outline key considerations when taking your first step into management. Management might therefore mean doing less of that while concentrating on developing the skills and responsibilities needed to lead others.

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The Impact of AI on the Management Consulting Industry

Tom Spencer

They are acquiring tech firms, setting up innovation labs, and developing AI software solutions. The AI age will change a few of the fundamentals of the management consulting industry all the way down to the recruitment level. Applicants with backgrounds in data science will have a key advantage over other recruits.

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How to Become a Better Mentor

Tom Spencer

By volunteering for this kind of initiative, not only can you help individuals in your local community, but you can also bring value to the international community and develop relationships with other participating mentors. Recruiting is tough, regardless of profession or industry. Emotional intelligence > cognitive intelligence.

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Synergy Unleashed: The Power of Great Teamwork

Rick Conlow

Our assessment identified a silo mentality throughout the organization and minimal leadership development or training. We addressed the issues with new communication channels, customer service and quality initiatives, on-going quality leadership training for all leaders (executives, too), and team development applications.

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Consulting Networking: 6 Best Practice Guidelines

Tom Spencer

One of the more memorable parts of the consulting recruiting process was witnessing people attempting to network with consulting firms. What can inspire a more productive conversation with a consultant or recruiter is helping them understand how you might be an asset to the firm. Referral to a recruiter.