Emotional Intelligence
Why It Can Matter More Than IQ
Self-awareness and empathy can matter more than raw intellect.
Goleman synthesizes brain and behavioral research to argue that emotional competencies, self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skill, predict success and wellbeing better than IQ alone. He shows how these skills shape relationships, careers, and health, and argues that they can be cultivated.
Founders live or die on people decisions, conflict, and resilience under stress. This is the foundational book on why managing your own emotions and reading others is a trainable, high-leverage skill rather than a fixed trait.
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