B: Intrapersonal Improvement – Apply either the research from peter Salovey and John D. Mayer or Daniel Goleman to explain two ways you can improve your intrapersonal areas of opportunity (celf-
awareness and/or self-management) from your GEIT results
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I received a score of 5 in self-awareness. This is a lower score than I expected, so I am glad to work on addressing this. The aspect of Daniel Goleman’s in relation to self-confidence is where I know I could make some improvements. If I had more self-confidence, I could improve my self-
awareness. I am often too critical of myself which hinders my self-confidence. When I become too critical of myself, I could change those thoughts to be more positive, to help me achieve my goals. I could also start a list of the self-critic thoughts I have day to day. This would give me a chance to physically see the thoughts and work on changing them moving forward.
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I received a 6 in self-management. I believe I adapt to change very well; I always have. I do however struggle with controlling my feelings, and not letting those feelings influence my behaviors. I could practice controlling my facial expressions when I am angry or frustrated. Recognizing how my facial expressions can affect my mood as well as others would be helpful in improving my self-management. I could also try meditating when I become overly emotional.
C: Interpersonal improvement – Describe two EI communication techniques that can improve your interpersonal areas of opportunity (social awareness and or relationship management) from the GEIT results
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An EI communication technique I could work on is listening skills. Being an active listener allows you to absorb what the other person is saying and fully understand what it is they are trying to convey. Instead of thinking ahead about what our response will be. The other person will notice the active listening that is happening and know that you are fully understanding them, and they have your full attention.
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Another EI communication technique I can work on is being aware of others nonverbal communication. Recognizing someone’s non-verbal cues allows us to be more empathetic. When we are empathetic, we are fully aware of how the other person feels about what they are saying. Improving on this skill would be beneficial in my personal and professional communications.
