Comparative analysis of the components of emotional intelligence among managers at different levels

Abstract

Emotional intelligence is ‘the capacity for recognizing our own feelings and those of others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well in ourselves and in our relationships” by D. Goleman. It is an important factor influencing many aspects of life, including career and business. Workers with higher levels of emotional intelligence cope better with stress and are more effective and productive. A high level of emotional intelligence can also be a key competency of a modern manager. In this scientific work, we explore the correlation between the level of emotional intelligence and position held within organization is being identified. We will look at various aspects such as the relationship between emotional intelligence and career success, the benefits and disadvantages of a high level of emotional intelligence, and possible risks and limitations. Our goal is to find out how important the level of emotional intelligence is among managerial and non-managerial staff and what problems may arise when taking it into account