The concept of emotional intelligence (EI) has such intuitive appeal and face validity that in a short period of time it has captured the attention of social scientists and organizational practitioners around the world. The key questions that many want answered are whether there is validity to the idea of a form of intelligence rooted in emotion, and whether EI really does support positive life outcomes such as work success. The purpose of this book is to help answer these questions by presenting cutting-edge thinking and research on EI. In addition, it provides a strong case for a link between EI and effective work performance and detailed information about the various paths and routes through which EI can affect the performance of individuals and groups. Linking Emotional Intelligence and Performance at Work features: leading-edge research on the link between EI and workplace performance; emphasis on the value of examining EI from multiple vantage points and perspectives; and integrated work of social scientists and organizational practitioners. This book is intended for researchers, teachers, and students of psychology, management, and organizational behavior.
Because of its clear practical application to the workplace, it also appeals to organizational consultants and human resource practitioners.
Table of Contents:
Contents: K. Kram, Foreword. Preface. V.U. Druskat, F. Sala, G. Mount, Introduction: Emotional Intelligence and Work Performance. Part I:Emotional Intelligence and Individual Performance Effectiveness.R. Bar-On, R. Handley, S. Fund, The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Performance. J. Ciarrochi, C. Godsell, Mindfulness-Based Emotional Intelligence: Research and Training. P. Lopes, S. Côté, P. Salovey, An Ability Model of Emotional Intelligence: Implications for Assessment and Training. R.E. Boyatzis, Core Competencies in Coaching Others to Overcome Dysfunctional Behavior. G. Mount, The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Developing International Business Capability: EI Provides Traction. F. Sala, The International Business Case: Emotional Intelligence Competencies and Important Business Outcomes. Part II:Emotional Intelligence in Groups and Group Effectiveness.P. Jordan, N.M. Ashkanasy, Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Self-Awareness, and Team Effectiveness. H.A. Elfenbein, Team Emotional Intelligence: What It Can Mean and How It Can Affect Performance. A.A. Michel, K.A. Jehn, About the "I" in the EI Construct: A More Social Approach to Intelligence and Its Performance Implications. S.B. Wolff, V.U. Druskat, E.S. Koman, T.E. Messer, The Link Between Group Emotional Competence and Group Effectiveness. Part III:The Agenda for Future Research and Practice: What We Know and Still Need to Know About the Link Between Emotional Intelligence and Work Performance.M.K. Gowing, B.S. O'Leary, D. Brienza, K. Cavallo, R. Crain, A Practitioner's Research Agenda: Exploring Real-World Applications and Issues. P. Salovey, Epilogue: The Agenda for Future Research.
About the Author :
Druskat, Vanessa Urch; Mount, Gerald; Sala, Fabio
Review :
"...the strengths of this book are numerous....This well-written and edited book should make a valuable contribution to the field."
—PsycCRITIQUES
"If you have ever wanted to learn about Emotional Intelligence and its impact on performance, here's your chance to learn from the best and the brightest. As a business leader, I have seen the impact of EI on performance. I can tell you from personal experience that it absolutely and unquestionably makes a difference. Do more than read this book....use it!"
—Doug Lennick
Executive Vice President-Senior Advisor, American Express and Founder/Partner, L
"Linking Emotional Intelligence and Performance at Work brings much needed sense making to the concept of emotional intelligence. Organizational scholars and practitioners will welcome this volume, which enables them to sort through the multiple perspectives and emerging programs of research shaping our understanding of this key construct."
—Cindy McCauley
Senior Fellow, Center for Creative Leadership
"This book is a must-read for any scholar or practitioner of emotional intelligence. It demonstrates that there is proof in the pudding! The book provides the long needed evidence that EI matters for individual and group effectiveness--including the logic for why EI makes a difference."
—Gretchen M. Spreitzer
University of Michigan
"...the strengths of this book are numerous....This well-written and edited book should make a valuable contribution to the field."
—PsycCRITIQUES
"If you have ever wanted to learn about Emotional Intelligence and its impact on performance, here's your chance to learn from the best and the brightest. As a business leader, I have seen the impact of EI on performance. I can tell you from personal experience that it absolutely and unquestionably makes a difference. Do more than read this book....use it!"
—Doug Lennick
Executive Vice President-Senior Advisor, American Express and Founder/Partner, L
"Linking Emotional Intelligence and Performance at Work brings much needed sense making to the concept of emotional intelligence. Organizational scholars and practitioners will welcome this volume, which enables them to sort through the multiple perspectives and emerging programs of research shaping our understanding of this key construct."
—Cindy McCauley
Senior Fellow, Center for Creative Leadership
"This book is a must-read for any scholar or practitioner of emotional intelligence. It demonstrates that there is proof in the pudding! The book provides the long needed evidence that EI matters for individual and group effectiveness--including the logic for why EI makes a difference."
—Gretchen M. Spreitzer
University of Michigan
