Emotional intelligence (EQ) shapes how you perceive, manage, and connect with emotions – yours and others’. Answer honestly to see which EQ domain you excel in most.
When you notice you’re feeling anxious, you…
Pause and name the emotion to understand what’s behind it.
Take a few deep breaths or step away to calm yourself.
Check in on how others around you are reacting.
Offer support to someone else who seems upset, too.
When a colleague snaps at you unexpectedly, you…
Reflect on what triggered your own emotional response.
Pause before reacting, and choose a measured response.
Notice if others witnessed it and how they feel.
Address the tension by inviting an open, empathetic conversation.
During team brainstorming, you’re most likely to…
Acknowledge your own ideas and any doubts you feel.
Adapt your approach if momentum stalls – shift tactics.
Tune into teammates’ body language and energy levels.
Encourage quieter members to share and build on their thoughts.
When under tight deadlines, you cope by…
Noting your stress signals so you don’t burn out.
Organizing your tasks and sticking to a calming routine.
Scanning the room for who else seems overwhelmed.
Checking in with teammates to redistribute work if needed.
When giving feedback, you…
Consider your own comfort level with giving criticism.
Control any defensiveness and focus on constructive points.
Notice the recipient’s reaction and adjust your tone.
Pair criticism with encouragement and next-step support.
A friend shares they’re upset. You…
Recognize any feelings their story brings up in you.
Keep your own emotions in check so you can listen fully.
Observe their body language for unspoken cues.
Ask how you can help and follow up later to see how they’re doing.
When you set a personal goal, you…
Reflect on why it matters and how you feel about it.
Monitor your progress and adjust habits as needed.
Share your goal publicly to sense others’ reactions.
Invite an accountability partner and celebrate milestones together.
In conflict, you tend to…
Notice your emotional triggers before responding.
Keep your voice steady and pause if anger rises.
Watch how bystanders react to the tension.
Facilitate a calm dialogue and seek a win-win resolution.
Self-Awareness
You’re keenly attuned to your own emotions and how they influence your thoughts and actions.
Self-Management
You skillfully regulate your emotions, staying composed and adaptable under pressure.
Social Awareness
You easily pick up on others’ emotions and the dynamics in any environment.
Relationship Management
You excel at using emotional insight to connect, influence, and resolve conflict with others.
