Conducting your first emotional quotient assessment

A Tool for Self-Awareness

To transform the abstract idea of ​​self-awareness into a tangible and structured starting point, it is immensely useful to conduct an initial assessment of our Emotional Quotient (EQ).

There are numerous questionnaires and tests designed by psychologists for this purpose.

It is crucial to understand that these instruments are not exams with "right" or "wrong" answers, nor are they intended to make a definitive judgment about our worth as people.

Their purpose is to act as a mirror, as a diagnostic tool that provides us with a clear and organized "photograph" of our emotional profile at the current moment.

How Do These Questionnaires Work?

Typically, an EQ test presents a series of statements that describe behaviors, thoughts, or feelings in everyday situations.

Our task is to rate, using a numerical scale (for example, 1 to 5), the frequency with which that statement applies to us.

Scales typically range from "almost never" or "rarely" to "almost always."

The questions are carefully designed to cover the different competencies that make up emotional intelligence, as we've defined them in our five-pillar framework.

Example Statements:

• Self-Awareness: "I am aware of the situations that trigger my stress" or "I can name the emotion I am feeling at any given moment."
• Self-Management: "Even when I am upset, I am able to treat others with respect" or "I can calm down quickly after a stressful experience."
• Motivation: "I remain optimistic even when I encounter setbacks" or "I finish tasks I start."
• Empathy: "I notice subtle changes in others' moods" or "I am good at listening to other people's concerns."
• Social Skills: "I am effective at time to persuade others" or "I know how to handle difficult conversations."

The Key. Radical Honesty

When doing this exercise, the most important factor is honesty.

The temptation may be to answer the way we think we "should" be, rather than how we really are.

Resisting this temptation is critical. The goal is not to get a high score, but an accurate map.

An honest result, even if it reveals low-scoring areas,It is infinitely more valuable than a flattering but false result, because it is that precise map that will effectively guide us on our growth journey.