WANT TO KNOW WHAT SEPARATES THE BEST FROM THE REST?

Emotional intelligence in leadership.

What distinguishes great leaders from average ones?

Emotional intelligence, or EQ, as it’s commonly known. EQ is what gives great leaders, high-performing teams, and inspiring CEOs and executives the edge over their contemporaries and competitors.

In this guide, we’ll examine what EQ is, why it’s a crucial skill for leaders and teams to develop, the five elements of EQ, and how we can develop and strengthen our emotional intelligence to help you move from being the rest to the best.

What got you here won't get you there

  • IQ and technical ability are a baseline for leadership success.

  • EQ is twice as important as IQ and technical ability in driving performance.

  • EQ accounts for 90% of the difference between the best and the rest.

  • High EQ is crucial for individual, team and organisational success.

The importance of emotional intelligence

  • Boosts productivity and efficiency.

  • Improves communication.

  • Builds trust.

  • Increases engagement and enjoyment.

  • Reduces stress and burnout.

  • Develops self-awareness.

  • Better able to self-regulate.

  • Increases intrinsic motivation.

  • Builds empathy and connection.

  • Improves interpersonal relationships.

ABOUT US

Lumley Loveday Consulting

We help high achieving professionals to become strong, agile and emotionally intelligent leaders. Wherever you are on your leadership journey, we’re here to support you in bringing the best version of yourself to your role.

But we don’t stop there. We work with you to develop your biggest asset – the people who work with and for you. To create high performing teams, to foster collaboration, communication, creativity and respect. To turn your biggest challenge into your biggest strength.


We deliver a range of programs and workshops to meet your personal, team and organisational needs. Our aim is to inspire and empower you to achieve your goals, find enjoyment in your work, and create success on your terms.


From 1:1 coaching to team workshops to behavioural profiling, we’re confident we can help. We’re here to support and challenge you as you step up, build your confidence and self-belief, and unlock your true potential.

Get in touch to find out how we can help you and your team.

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