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BPW Cote d' Azur - BPW Toulon Conference, President Valerie Unite' speech about Emotional Intelligence

In its simplest form, Emotional Intelligence (EI) includes four key elements: self awareness, self management, social awareness, and management of relationships.

Studies have shown that EI is an "open system" and that it evolves and adapts by itself, based on interactions with others. Surprising as it may seem, the brain actually creates additional neurones in the process.

This means that EI is a competence that can be developed, and is now included in some Leadership Development programs.

"Women Matter" a worldwide study by McKinsey & Co showed that companies with a higher representation of women in leadership positions had superior organisational and financial performance.

Amongst the Leadership Skills observed in these women were elements of Emotional Intelligence. Valerie Unite- President BPW Cote d' Azur - valerie@align4.com

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