The role of Emotional Intelligence in Project Management
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| − | '''Emotional Intelligence (EI)''' is the capability to understand and manage not only your own emotions but also those of the people around you. <ref> Casper, C. M. (2002). Using emotional intelligence to improve project performance. Paper presented at Project Management Institute Annual Seminars & Symposium, San Antonio, TX. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute. </ref> Further, emotions can be used as a source of energy, motivation, connection and influence and for this reason | + | '''Emotional Intelligence (EI)''' is the capability to understand and manage not only your own emotions but also those of the people around you. <ref> Casper, C. M. (2002). Using emotional intelligence to improve project performance. Paper presented at Project Management Institute Annual Seminars & Symposium, San Antonio, TX. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute. </ref> Further, emotions can be used as a source of energy, motivation, connection and influence and for this reason EI plays a crucial role in Project Management (PM), and more specifically for Project managers. |
Nowadays, EI is a topic of concern for many project managers. More companies are looking for better soft skills in their project managers and stakeholders who are involved with projects in their organizations. With the existing competitive global business environment, projects in organizations consist of cross-functional teams that are formed to utilize individual expertise. A project manager, whose primary responsibility is to achieve project objectives, deals with these individuals. Since the rational and emotional aspects of a project vary in complexity, the role of the project manager is critical to project success. Emotional competences are a benchmark for project managers and leaders. Successful leadership is a dynamic process requiring both cognitive and emotional competencies and cannot be relied just on technical competencies. Emotional intelligence is the skill that distinguishes top performers. Especially in the current business environment, project managers need not only to manage global, virtual, and multicultural projects, but also to establish a direction and align with the organization vision. The globalization of the workplace puts a special premium on emotional intelligence for project managers. This article primarily explains the importance of EI in project management and underlines the key areas involved in emotional intelligence for project managers and subsequently leaders. | Nowadays, EI is a topic of concern for many project managers. More companies are looking for better soft skills in their project managers and stakeholders who are involved with projects in their organizations. With the existing competitive global business environment, projects in organizations consist of cross-functional teams that are formed to utilize individual expertise. A project manager, whose primary responsibility is to achieve project objectives, deals with these individuals. Since the rational and emotional aspects of a project vary in complexity, the role of the project manager is critical to project success. Emotional competences are a benchmark for project managers and leaders. Successful leadership is a dynamic process requiring both cognitive and emotional competencies and cannot be relied just on technical competencies. Emotional intelligence is the skill that distinguishes top performers. Especially in the current business environment, project managers need not only to manage global, virtual, and multicultural projects, but also to establish a direction and align with the organization vision. The globalization of the workplace puts a special premium on emotional intelligence for project managers. This article primarily explains the importance of EI in project management and underlines the key areas involved in emotional intelligence for project managers and subsequently leaders. | ||
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Abstract
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the capability to understand and manage not only your own emotions but also those of the people around you. [1] Further, emotions can be used as a source of energy, motivation, connection and influence and for this reason EI plays a crucial role in Project Management (PM), and more specifically for Project managers. Nowadays, EI is a topic of concern for many project managers. More companies are looking for better soft skills in their project managers and stakeholders who are involved with projects in their organizations. With the existing competitive global business environment, projects in organizations consist of cross-functional teams that are formed to utilize individual expertise. A project manager, whose primary responsibility is to achieve project objectives, deals with these individuals. Since the rational and emotional aspects of a project vary in complexity, the role of the project manager is critical to project success. Emotional competences are a benchmark for project managers and leaders. Successful leadership is a dynamic process requiring both cognitive and emotional competencies and cannot be relied just on technical competencies. Emotional intelligence is the skill that distinguishes top performers. Especially in the current business environment, project managers need not only to manage global, virtual, and multicultural projects, but also to establish a direction and align with the organization vision. The globalization of the workplace puts a special premium on emotional intelligence for project managers. This article primarily explains the importance of EI in project management and underlines the key areas involved in emotional intelligence for project managers and subsequently leaders.
History
Importance of EI in PM
Characteristics of EI
References
- ↑ Casper, C. M. (2002). Using emotional intelligence to improve project performance. Paper presented at Project Management Institute Annual Seminars & Symposium, San Antonio, TX. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.
