Emotional Intelligence Influence

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DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

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Singh, L. K., & Srivastava, R. (2012). Influence of Age and Gender on the Emotional Intelligence of Managers. IBA Business Review, 7(1), 128.
Critical Summary of Article
Emotional Intelligence has been a hot topic in recent years. Emotional Intelligence can affect leaders in many different ways. A manager whom is not in control of their emotions can harm an organization and create hostility. Stress can be one factor that affects Emotional Intelligence. According to Singh and Srivastava (2012), a leader who can achieve a high level of emotional intelligence can handle stress, anxiety and other emotional problems while someone who has poor emotional intelligence will deal with depression, emotional …show more content…

It is important for the leader to reevaluate their current situation and regain control of their Emotional Intelligence when needed.
Critical Analysis of Results and Conclusion According to Singh and Srivastava (2012), the results of the study show that gender does not affect emotional intelligence of leaders, while age of the leader is a major influence on emotional intelligence. The leader tends to have control of emotional intelligence until a certain age. Stated by Singh and Srivastava, Managers over 60 years old has the lowest level of emotional intelligence. It is possible that factors of retirement, changes in health, and other factors will be a reason why leaders over 60 years old may have a lower emotional intelligence. Emotional Intelligence is not influenced by gender. Providing another reason why women are successful leaders. Organizations realize how important Emotional Intelligence is when it comes to leadership therefore programs are being created to help how to be an effective management, (Singh and Srivastava, 2012). This article will be used to support other research projects.

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