Emotional Intelligence Flashcards
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When a team member shares difficult news, the most emotionally intelligent response is to:
Answer: Acknowledge the emotion and listen with empathy before responding
Emotionally intelligent communicators acknowledge feelings first, creating psychological safety before moving to problem-solving.
After a project failure, an emotionally intelligent manager would:
Answer: Acknowledge the setback, validate team feelings, and collaboratively plan next steps
High-EI leaders validate emotions and involve the team in moving forward, which rebuilds trust and motivation after setbacks.
Which of the following demonstrates LOW emotional intelligence in a team setting?
Answer: Dismissing a colleague's concern as 'overly emotional'
Dismissing others' emotions shows a lack of empathy, which is a core component of emotional intelligence.
Active empathy in professional communication involves:
Answer: Acknowledging someone's feelings even when you do not share them
Active empathy means recognizing and validating others' emotions even when you do not personally feel the same way.
An 'amygdala hijack' in the workplace refers to:
Answer: An overwhelming emotional reaction that bypasses rational thinking
An amygdala hijack occurs when intense emotions override rational thought, often leading to regrettable impulsive reactions.
When receiving critical feedback, an emotionally intelligent professional should:
Answer: Stay calm, listen openly, and ask clarifying questions
Emotional intelligence enables you to receive feedback without defensiveness, staying open to learning even when criticism is uncomfortable.
A coworker appears upset and withdrawn after a team meeting. An emotionally intelligent response is to:
Answer: Check in with them privately and ask if they are okay
Reaching out privately shows empathy and genuine concern for a colleague's wellbeing, a hallmark of high emotional intelligence.