Emotional Intelligence: A tool for professional development
Event Date: 06th August 2024
Time: 11 AM- 1 PM
Venue: A-106,Seminar Hall, A Block, Galgotias University
The seminar on "Emotional Intelligence: A Tool for Professional Development" was held on 06th August 2024 at Galgotias University. The event was aimed at exploring the significance of emotional intelligence (EI) in professional growth and development. The seminar featured distinguished guests and speakers, including Dr. Sanya Sharma, Ms. Shikha Singh, Bhumika Hans, and Shrestha Bhardwaj.
Tools for Professional Development: The seminar emphasized various tools and strategies that leverage emotional intelligence for professional advancement. These tools are essential for enhancing self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills, which are critical for career success.
Name Those Emotions: Understanding and naming emotions was highlighted as a fundamental aspect of emotional intelligence. Recognizing one's emotions helps in managing them effectively and responding to others' emotions with empathy.
Identify Early Attachments and Choosing Yourself: The speakers discussed the importance of identifying early emotional attachments and making conscious choices about one's emotional responses. This self-awareness allows individuals to choose reactions that align with their professional goals and personal values.
Ask Why and How - A Guide to Your Corporate Self: The session focused on the practice of introspection by asking "why" and "how" questions. This approach guides individuals in understanding the motivations behind their actions and decisions, leading to better self-regulation and professional behavior.
Journaling and Expressing: The speakers highlighted the benefits of journaling and expressing emotions as a tool for emotional regulation. Writing about one's experiences and feelings aids in processing emotions and gaining clarity, leading to better decision-making.
Various Real-Life Scenarios: Real-life scenarios were discussed to illustrate the application of emotional intelligence in different professional settings. These examples helped attendees understand how to implement EI in their daily work interactions and challenges.
Speakers elaborated on the significant differences between prior and enhanced emotional intelligence to help students comprehend its impact. They discussed how, before developing emotional intelligence, individuals frequently face obstacles in their professional growth due to a lack of self-awareness and empathy. This deficiency can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and missed opportunities.
Conversely, with enhanced emotional intelligence, individuals are better equipped to navigate the professional environment. Improved self-awareness and empathy lead to stronger relationships, more effective teamwork, and a proactive approach to addressing challenges. This evolution in emotional intelligence opens up new avenues and opportunities for career advancement.
The seminar on "Emotional Intelligence: A Tool for Professional Development" was a resounding success, providing valuable insights and practical tools for leveraging emotional intelligence in the workplace. The engaging sessions by the esteemed guests and speakers left a lasting impact on the attendees, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to enhance their professional and personal lives.
We extended our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Sanya Sharma, Ms. Shikha Singh, Ms.Bhumika Hans, and Ms. Shrestha Bhardwaj for their enlightening presentations and contributions to the seminar. Special thanks to all attendees for their active participation and enthusiasm.
Department Name – Department of Management
Prepared by: Ms. Abhilasha Singh
Position: Communication Trainer
Date: 06th August 2024
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