Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ

by Daniel Goleman
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Psychology and Human Behavior
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  • ID: 7148
  • Added: 2025-12-12
  • Updated: 2025-12-13
  • ISBN: 9781526633620
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
  • Published: 2020-01-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

In this 25th anniversary edition of his groundbreaking bestseller, Daniel Goleman challenges the conventional view that IQ is the primary determinant of success. He argues that emotional intelligence—comprising self-awareness, impulse control, persistence, motivation, empathy, and social deftness—plays a far more significant role in thought, decision-making, and individual achievement. Goleman's work has been revolutionary, shifting the paradigm of how we understand human intelligence and its impact on our lives./n/nFeaturing a new introduction from the author, this book delves into the brain architecture underlying emotion and rationality. Goleman provides practical insights into how emotional intelligence can be nurtured and strengthened in all of us, offering a roadmap to personal and professional success.

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Medium · Atolagbe Bolaji · 2023-01-01
informative 3.50

The book offers practical advice and emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence. It is praised for its valuable insights and successful impact.

Atolagbe Bolaji highlights the book's practical counsel as one of its strong points. They appreciate how Goleman emphasizes the value of emotional intelligence in various aspects of life. The review suggests that the book's success is due to its ability to provide actionable advice and its relevance in today's world. Bolaji finds the book to be a compelling read that offers valuable insights into human behavior and relationships.

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    The book was far more successful than projected.

    The practical counsel in the book is one of its strong points.

    Goleman emphasizes the value of emotional intelligence.

Relaxed Mind · 2023-01-01
mixed 2.00

The book is seen as missing a holistic and passionate approach. It is noted for its lack of depth in certain areas.

The reviewer feels that the book lacks a holistic flavor and the right brain experience that makes a book rich and alive. They point out that Goleman's work does not fully capture the energetic and passionate aspects that could make it more engaging. However, they acknowledge that the book does provide some valuable insights into emotional intelligence. The review suggests that while the book is informative, it could benefit from a more passionate and holistic approach.

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    The book I believe misses a holistic flavour and the right brain experience that makes a book rich, energetic, passionate and alive.

    Goleman did not in my mind fully capture the energetic and passionate aspects.

    The book does provide some valuable insights into emotional intelligence.

The StoryGraph · 2023-01-01
good 3.75

The book is enjoyed overall, with the first three parts being better written than the last two. Key takeaways include valuable insights and practical advice.

The reviewer enjoyed reading the book, particularly the first three parts, which they found to be substantially better written than the last two. They highlight three key takeaways from the book: the importance of emotional intelligence in personal and professional life, the practical advice provided, and the compelling arguments made by Goleman. The review suggests that while the book is informative and engaging, the latter parts could have been improved to maintain the same level of quality.

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    Overall I enjoyed reading this book, although I think the first three parts were substantially better written than the last two.

    The three things I take away from this book are the importance of emotional intelligence, the practical advice, and the compelling arguments.

    The book provides valuable insights and practical advice on emotional intelligence.

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