Emotional Intelligence
When Daniel Goleman introduced the concept of emotional intelligence to the business world in the 1990s, he called it the most important leadership skill. He also instilled that emotional intelligence is a skill that can be learned. As you review these resources, reflect on your own level of emotional intelligence. How important do you feel the role of emotional intelligence is in a leadership role? Do you feel that you are relatively strong in this area? Are there any opportunities for growth and improvement?
· Carucci, R. (2018, May 23).
Is your emotional intelligence authentic, or self-serving?
Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2–4.
· Mansel, B., & Einion, A. (2019).
“It’s the relationship you develop with them”: Emotional intelligence in nurse leadership. A qualitative studyLinks to an external site.
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British Journal of Nursing,
28(21), 1400–1408.
· Ovans, A. (2015, April 28).
How emotional intelligence became a key leadership skill
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Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2–5.
· Phipps, S. T. A., & Prieto, L. C. (2017, June).
Why emotional intelligence is necessary for effective leadership: Know the four reasons!Links to an external site.
Leadership Excellence,
34(6), 56–57.
· Turkle, S. (2022, February 17).
Empathy rules. Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 1–5.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity is found in many areas of society. Sometimes it is embraced, and sometimes it is not. How important do you feel that it is for organizations to operate in a way that celebrates diversity and promotes an inclusive culture? What are the benefits that are created when diversity and inclusion are valued, not only for society but for the organizations themselves? What challenges might these organizations face in doing so? As you review these resources, consider these questions, as well as how a leader can ensure that their organization not only has diversity within its workforce, but also provides an inclusive environment as well.
· Bourke, J., & Titus, A. (2019, March 29).
Why inclusive leaders are good for organizations, and how to become one
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Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2–5.
· Coleman, J., Gulati, D., & Segovia, W. O. (2012).
Passion and purpose: Stories from the best and brightest young business leaders. Harvard Business School Publishing.
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People: Leading in a Diverse World,
” pp. 99–138
· Sherbin, L., & Rashid, R. (2017, February 1).
Diversity doesn’t stick without inclusion
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Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2–5.
· Tavakoli, M. (2015).
Diversity & inclusion drive success for today’s leaders: effective organizations and leaders are those that recognize diversity and inclusion as essential to business operationsLinks to an external site.
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TD Magazine, (5), 46.
The Power of Networking
Developing and maintaining a strong professional network is an important business skill, especially for a leader or an aspiring leader. Social media provides some very good platforms for networking, but it still requires work perseverance to establish, maintain, and expand your network. Through these resources, you will examine how networking can be incorporated as a tool for leaders.
· Battilana, J., & Casciaro, T. (2013, July–August).
The network secrets of great change agents
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Harvard Business Review, 91(7/8), 62–68.
· Dinning, A. (2017, August).
The lifelong pursuit of networking: Making professional and personal connections shouldn’t be a choreLinks to an external site.
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TD Magazine,
71(8), 72–73.
· Ibarra, H., & Hunter, M. L. (2007, January).
How leaders create and use networks
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Harvard Business Review, 85(1), 40–47.
· Vracarich, M. (2018, October).
4 networking tips all small business owners should know: Tips for those who are not good in networkingLinks to an external site.
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HCM Sales, Marketing and Alliance Excellence Essentials,
17(10), 31–33.
