Here are some other competencies that Harvard psychologist Daniel Goleman says contribute to developing a high Emotional Quotient (EQ). These competencies fall in the domain of “self-management”. Emotional Self Control – People with high EQ don’t let their emotions get the best of them.  Most of us have the experience of causing harm because we […]

There is a notion these days that having “Emotional Intelligence” (EQ) will take you farther in life than having a high IQ. Daniel Goleman, a Harvard psychologist, says one of the domains of EQ is relationship management.  An effective relationship will develop these competencies: Influence – Having the ability to impact others.  It starts with […]

“Complacency is a blatant disregard for what is right.”  – Nick Saban, Alabama football coach. There is a three-part video series on Alabama football on an app called Athletic. I’m a fan of Coach Saban’s program and the approach he brings to things.  He has a staff member in charge of the health and performance […]

“Immediately” – My pastor asked a group of us to consider that word recently. We all use it.  But, why should we or why would we be immediate?  What does it cost when we are not? Immediate should not mean impulsive.  We should be contained enough to avoid knee jerk responses to things. Immediate should […]