Roger Pearman, developer of the Core Factors
EQ Accelerator assessment, is a recognized expert in emotional intelligence, focusing on its application in leadership development. He is the Managing Partner of
TalentTelligent, LLC, developer of the Pearman Personality Integrator, Type 360 and Leader Agility 360, author or co-author of
I’m Not Crazy, I’m Just Not You,
People Skills Handbook: Action Tips to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence,
HardWired Leadership,
Introduction to Type and Emotional Intelligence, and many other publications. Roger earned an Ed.D. in Organizational Development and Leadership from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Roger’s approach combines academic insight with practical applications, aiming to enhance leadership capabilities through improved emotional intelligence. His work supports professionals in effectively managing team dynamics and fostering productive work environments.
The ability to work well and relate effectively with others is indispensable. This skill set is deeply rooted in Emotional Intelligence (EQ), which encompasses the capacity to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. By developing and honing your EQ, you can significantly improve your interpersonal relationships, both in…
Other-awareness, also known as social awareness, is a crucial aspect of emotional intelligence that involves the ability to understand and empathize with the emotions, needs, and perspectives of others. It encompasses skills such as empathy, listening, observation, and the capacity to read and interpret nonverbal cues. Developing strong social awareness enables individuals to build meaningful…
When deciding to adjust behavior, it is rarely a matter of simply starting to do something. There are behaviors we may have to stop simply because they get in the way and work against a new behavior. For example, it isn’t enough just to start developing active listening paraphrases, we have also to stop interrupting…
Everything we do has a potentially positive and negative outcome. Using emotional intelligence capabilities as a leader offers several advantages, as well as some potential drawbacks. Here are the pros and cons of leveraging emotional intelligence in leadership: Pros: 1. Improved Relationship Building: Emotional intelligence helps leaders build strong, trusting relationships with their team members,…
Not all EQ skills are equally complex or important to demonstrate. Given that there is a range of EQ skills that have been shown valuable to effectiveness at work and at home, some are especially important. A common question is which EQ behaviors are primary to personal effectiveness, and these are outlined below. Effective use…
Self-awareness is a foundational aspect of emotional intelligence, representing the ability to recognize and understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values. It involves being in tune with oneself, understanding why you feel a certain way, and recognizing how your emotions can impact your behavior and relationships. There are several key aspects to self-awareness within the…
Self-management is a critical component of emotional intelligence that involves the ability to regulate and control one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively. It encompasses a range of skills, including impulse control, stress management, adaptability, and resilience. By mastering self-management, individuals can respond to challenges and setbacks in a constructive manner, leading to improved well-being and…
This weekend a colleague thrust another “personality type is useless” article in front of me. I was asked to explain what was right or wrong in the critique. I pointed out that the article consistently referred to a narrative about the type tools, which is pretty old. It was developed by a non-psychologist bored housewife. …
When working with a group of leaders, I asked a simple question: “What elements of emotional intelligence do they think are important and why?” In small groups, they used ease pads to record their thoughts. They asserted that emotional intelligence is critical to leadership effectiveness for the following reasons: 1. Self-Awareness: Leaders with high emotional…
Magic is about making things happen using mysterious forces. We all accept that behind the magician’s act are “knowable” steps to repeat the magical moment. We are actually all using magic on a daily basis. We can describe and detail how our brain works right down to the molecules of chemistry interacting. However, how and…
HBO Max’s new documentary is an all-out attack on how personality assessments, like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®), are being used throughout talent management at companies — hiring, developing, and placing employees. A great deal of what Executive Producer Merve Emre is reporting is true: The wholesale abuse of personality tools occurs throughout organizational life.…
