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6 Things You Must Know To Make Your Project An Outstanding Success Part 2

October 23rd, 2006 by Galba Bright

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In part 1 of this article, I explored with business journalist Sarah Fister Gale 3 ways that Emotional Intelligence lays the foundation for outstanding project management. In the second and final part, we discuss how organisations should build an awareness Emotional Intelligence into project management and we look at career development pointers for project managers.

SFG:

Should companies try to identify those with high Emotional Intelligence for project management roles? If so, how do they do that; if not, why not?

GB:
In the best selling book “Working With Emotional Intelligence’” Daniel Goleman showed that in the most complex jobs, a top performer is 127% more productive than an average performer. He stated that 67% of the difference is attributable to Emotional Intelligence. Reputable companies provide Emotional Intelligence Assessments. These tools can be used for recruitment and selection and for coaching and development.
There are different views about how assessments should be used. I am in favour of using assessments for development and coaching purposes, because there is a proven track record of success for these uses. Organisations should assess their project managers’ emotional competencies and use this a springboard for their development. I am not in favour of using assessments for recruitment and selection purposes.

SFG: What advice do you have for Project Managers on the importance of Emotional Intelligence and how to sharpen their skills?

GB: With all due respect to formal project management training, once you’ve attained a certain professional threshold, an investment in developing your Emotional Intelligence is by far the best way to leverage your career. I expect that the top performers in 21st century will be those with high Emotional Intelligence.

SFG: What advice do you have for the executive team on why it’s important to pay attention to the development of these skills or traits?

GB:

Be aware that your conduct, good or bad, resonates with others. By becoming more self aware and managing your emotions effectively, you will inspire your team to higher heights.

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