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Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQi®)EQi

Based on 20 years of research by Dr. Reuven Bar-On and completed by approximately 110,000 individuals worldwide, the EQi® self-report is the premier scientific measure of self-report social emotional intelligence. The EQi® and EQ-360® assessments measure one's self-reported potential to deal with daily environmental demands and pressures, and helps predict one's success in both professional and personal pursuits.

The EQi® assessment can be used when management or employee development initiatives are being considered or to assist in the recruiting or selection process. Research indicates that there is a strong correlation between emotional intelligence and job performance, making the EQi® assessment the ideal screening tool to aid in selecting potentially successful employees. You can create a profile of the top performers in your organization to determine what skills are the most valuable to your company in general and/or for particular job functions.

Applications of the EQi®

The EQi® is the first scientifically developed and validated measure of emotional intelligence. It measures one's ability to deal with daily environmental pressures and demands. A growing body of research also suggests that emotional intelligence is a better predictor of success in life than cognitive intelligence (IQ).

The EQi® is highly versatile as it can be employed in various settings and situations. It is appropriate in:

• Corporate training & development
• Employee selection and/or development
• Clinical, counseling, educational, and medical settings
• Assessment of potential for success
• Assessment of psychological and social strengths and weaknesses

What does the EQi® measure?

The EQi® consists of 125 items and takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete. It is based on the most comprehensive theory of emotional intelligence to date and renders an overall EQ score as well as results for the following 5 composite scales and 15 subscales:

These important areas of emotional intelligence are measured accurately with the aid of 4 validity indices and a sophisticated correction factor. These elements of emotional intelligence produce an overall score and sub scale scores, all based on the familiar scoring of 100 being average.

This instrument has been validated using cross cultural samples and proven to be as wished to achieve – a scientifically sound measure of emotional intelligence.

How can the EQi® be used?

The EQi® can be employed in many ways and in a variety of settings. It is appropriate for use in corporate, clinical, educational, medical and research settings. Potential users of the EQi include human resources professionals, organizational development consultants, career counselors, guidance counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, physicians, and social workers.

The EQi® can be used by organizations for screening as part of the recruiting process to aid in identifying potentially successful employees. It is also helpful in identifying those emotional and social skills that are important to develop in employee training programs, team building, and in enhancing managerial competencies at work.

Research indicates that there is a strong correlation between emotional intelligence and job performance. You can even create a profile of the top performers in your organization to determine what skills are most valuable in your company or for any particular position.

Skills associated with emotional intelligence develop throughout life and can be improved through training, making the EQi a valuable instrument for identifying potential areas for improvement and for measuring the effectiveness of organizational development programs.

Take the EQi® Now

You may take the EQi® and schedule a feedback session by calling Jim Kimberly (603) 889-1099 right now. After your nominal investment, you will gain valuable information on your emotional and social functioning and identify areas for development. Please call for current pricing levels and services.

If you are interested in becoming certified in using this instrument with your organization or clients, please click on upcoming training.

Sapphire Consulting, LLC.
P.O. Box 850 Amherst, NH 03031
603-889-1099

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