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Rhetoric or Remedy? A Critique on Developing Emotional Intelligence.
- Source :
- Academy of Management Learning & Education; Jun2009, Vol. 8 Issue 2, p225-237, 13p, 2 Diagrams
- Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- I examine the feasibility of developing emotional intelligence (EI) from the vantage point of organizational endeavor versus individual initiative. I challenge the view that organizations can readily develop the EI of individuals. I articulate a number of barriers that impair these endeavors. I propose a conceptual map, which illustrates the process of organizations attempting to develop EI, as well as the impact of these barriers. Instead of organizational endeavors to develop EI, I advocate a self-initiated modification of attitudes in order to foster enhanced self-awareness. I argue that this can give rise to the emotional and intellectual growth that lies at the heart of the ability conceptualization of EI. I conclude that the barriers identified can considerably impair the prospect of developing El in an organizational context. Conversely, encouraging individuals to foster their El using a personal development initiative may have great remedial effects, transcending the dichotomy of private and organizational life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1537260X
- Volume :
- 8
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Academy of Management Learning & Education
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 41788844
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.5465/AMLE.2009.41788844