Emotional Intelligence

Name: Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ
Author: Daniel Goleman
ISBN: 9780553095036

by Daniel Goleman

A groundbreaking synthesis of psychology and brain research revealing why emotional skills—self-awareness, empathy, and resilience—matter far more than traditional IQ for human success and well-being.

IQ contributes at most 20% to success; the rest is shaped by emotional strength.

Drawing on pioneering brain research, Daniel Goleman presents a compelling argument that our view of human intelligence is far too narrow. High academic performance does not guarantee fulfillment, health, or leadership—our emotional competence does.

Goleman unpacks how the emotional brain interacts with the rational brain, demonstrating that qualities like self-control, zeal, empathy, and social adaptability can be nurtured and developed across a lifetime.

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In a very real sense we have two minds, one that thinks and one that feels.

KODAMA / EDITORIAL NOTE

The author 1946 — PRESENT

Daniel Goleman

Daniel Goleman is an author, psychologist, and former science journalist who wrote for The New York Times for over twelve years, specializing in brain and behavioral research.

Co-founder of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), Goleman transformed how educators, corporate leaders, and psychologists understand human capability and leadership development.

ABOUT DANIEL GOLEMAN

Pioneer in emotional literacy, leadership, and behavioral science.

The core dimensions of emotional literacy.

Self-Awareness.

Recognizing a feeling as it happens—the cornerstone of emotional intelligence that allows us to guide our lives with authentic clarity.

Managing Emotions.

Handling feelings so they are appropriate, soothing anxiety, shaking off gloom, and recovering quickly from setbacks.

Motivating Oneself.

Marshalling emotions in service of a goal, delaying gratification, and stifling impulsiveness to achieve mastery.

Empathy & Social Skills.

Attuning to subtle social signals, sensing what others need or want, and managing interpersonal dynamics with diplomacy.

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Key breakdown & summary.

An in-depth analysis of Daniel Goleman's principles on emotional intelligence.

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Legacy

A paradigm shift in education and leadership.

Emotional Intelligence spent over a year on The New York Times bestseller list and has been translated into more than 40 languages. It forever altered how schools teach children emotional literacy and how organizations evaluate corporate leadership and teamwork.

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