Summary of Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More than IQ is a book written by Daniel Goleman. The book explores the role of emotion and applied psychology in success and discusses various psychological tests to measure it. It proposes a concept called "emotional intelligence" which is a set of emotional and social skills, consisting of self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Goleman argues that a person's success in life and career are based not solely on intelligence, but on emotional intelligence as well. He believes that these five essential skills can be learned and that they are important in educational, business, and personal settings. He provides examples of how each of the components of emotional intelligence apply to successful people in various fields. The book is an exploration of the role that emotion plays in success and a strong argument about why it should be taken seriously.