EQ — What is it, and Why is it Important?

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You’ll have heard of IQ, the Intelligence Quotient, or the measure of how clever you are. But have you come across EQ, also known as Emotional Intelligence, before?

If you have, you’ll have an idea of why it’s essential, and if you haven’t, then read on.

EQ is your ability to read and understand other people, what motivates them, and how you can work effectively with…