24 Feb Emotional intelligence

Answer a series of related questions to demonstrate your understanding of emotional intelligence, its elements, its influence on leadership style, and its application in the healthcare workplace.

Emotional intelligence (EI) is a calculation of an individual’s awareness of their own emotions and the emotions of others. The health field demands a high level of EI in interprofessional relationships and in providing patient-centered care. Individuals with well-developed emotional intelligence improve their leadership styles and workplace strategies in healthcare management. Leaders with emotional intelligence also have greater positive influence to affect health outcomes. In this competency, you will also assess your own EI, as a part of analyzing the influence of EI on leadership style. This Written Response Assessment consists of 7 items about the elements of EI, how it is assessed, how it impacts leadership styles, how it is applied and strategized in a healthcare setting, and how it can positively affect health outcomes. Assessment Submission Length: 7 items with responses ranging from 1–4 paragraphs each in length Competency Modules: • Module 1: What Is Emotional Intelligence? • Module 2: Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Styles • Module 3: Emotionally Intelligent Strategies for Positive Health Outcomes