One sentence summary
Emotional Intelligence 2.0 is a self-help book by Travis Bradberry that explores how to develop and regulate the skills needed to improve one’s social and emotional capabilities.
Book genre
Self-help
Main topic of the book
The main topic of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 is how to unlock one’s emotional potential and find balance in life.
Key ideas
The key ideas of the book include:
- Using EQ (Emotional Quotient) to increase productivity
- Understanding and managing emotions
- Developing personal relationships
- Managing difficult situations
Main parts of the book and a short summary
The book consists of a foreword, introduction, and four main sections: Introducing EQ, Developing EQ, Applying EQ, and Improving EQ. In the Introducing EQ section, Bradberry explains the concept of emotional quotient and the differences between EQ and IQ. He also introduces the four EQ skills (“self-awareness,” “self-management,” “social awareness,” and “relationship management”) and how to assess one’s EQ using the Emotional Intelligence Appraisal. In the Developing EQ section, Bradberry provides practical exercises for developing and regulating one’s emotions. In the Applying EQ section, he explains how to use EQ to create meaningful relationships and how to use it in different life settings. Finally, in the Improving EQ section, Bradberry provides strategies for incorporating EQ into one’s personal and professional lives.
Key takeaways
The key takeaways from Emotional Intelligence 2.0 include:
- Improving emotional intelligence can help build more meaningful relationships professionally and in one’s personal life.
- Through EQ, people are able to develop in-depth understanding of their emotions and those of other people.
- The EQ skills of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management can be developed and improve over time.
- EQ can be used to increase productivity and success in the workplace and in life.
Author’s background and qualifications
Travis Bradberry is a world-renowned expert in emotional intelligence and the president of TalentSmart, a research and consulting firm specializing in the development of EQ and other business skills. He holds a Ph.D. in psychology and is the author of several books, including Emotional Intelligence 2.0.
Target audience
Business professionals, managers, and anyone interested in developing their emotional intelligence.
Publisher and first publication date
TalentSmart; 2009