For many years, people have associated success with Intelligence Quotient (IQ). However, backed by years and years of research suggest that Emotional Intelligence outperforms IQ in the success metre. So how can this intangible yet critical factor lay the groundwork for successful business leaderships and relationships? In this episode of Influence by Design, we discuss harnessing emotional intelligence to empower business relationships with Sherrie Laryse. Sherrie’s focus on teaching emotional intelligence is reinforced by years worth of experience in working with human behaviour, neurolinguistics, grief, trauma, and more. In a nutshell, Emotional Intelligence is about understanding our own emotions. For Sherrie, being able to decipher personal sentiments is key to understanding anybody else’s. In the business space, Emotional Intelligence serves as a valuable asset that fosters a healthy relationship between peers and clients. When utilised properly, Emotional Intelligence empowers relationships - it ensures individuals are equipped on how to look at other’s points of view, handle “difficult” clients and lead better collaborative initiatives. For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/498