It's the end of Summer: the weather is getting colder and the days darker... but it's also the season of comfy jumpers, pumpkin spice drinks, and the countdown to Halloween and Christmas! Having said that, the team thought it'd be worth making this edition a bit less technical and more focused on our emotional wellbeing at work and the importance of caring for our Emotional Intelligence (EQ). This edition will cover the definition of Emotional Intelligence, its relevance in the work environment, a handy quiz to check how emotionally intelligent are you, and a reflection of the role of EQ in the future of businesses. 

Finally, for The Preserve, our health and wellbeing section, we'll provide a few videos to stretch while at your desk. While we encourage you to go outside and take as much sunlight as possible, if you're stuck at home with the cold or rain or with a very busy day, these stretches will help you move your body and look after yourself from home.

Emotional Intelligence 

What Is Emotional Intelligence? Many people understand emotional intelligence generally, but a more in-depth understanding will help you self-assess and develop your emotional intelligence behaviors. This video teaches the four emotional intelligence competencies.
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence at Work Do you think you are emotionally intelligent? This Forbes article explains why the ability to understand and manage emotions is a relevant skill to develop at work.

How Emotionally Intelligent Are You?

Quiz: How Emotionally Intelligent Are You? How emotionally intelligent are you, and how can you develop further? Find out on this quiz!
Developing Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, interpret and process emotions in yourself and others. While genetics, upbringing and environment all play a role, there are steps you can take to develop your emotional intelligence over time.

Expert Insights: The Future of Work is Emotionally Intelligent

The Future of Work Is Emotionally Intelligent 2024 promises to be a transformative year where emotional learning emerges as a key player on the corporate stage. Read on to learn more.

The Preserve: Stretch Breaks

Performance-Building Yoga Stretches You Can Do at Your Desk Just taking a few minutes to do stretches at your desk can relieve stress, increase productivity, and, most importantly, make you feel better.​
Stretch Break: Stretches at your Desk Take an office break and undo the bodily damage of sitting for hours on end. In just 7 minutes your whole body (and your mind!) will feel better.

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