Developing your EQ is one of the crucial leadership skills. Getting it right helps you to i) avoid problems in the first place, and ii) selecting the best solution from a range of options, given the circumstances. 

“If your desire is to raise your emotional intelligence, here are six pillars of emotional intelligence to incorporate into your life:

• Self-Awareness
• Empathy
• Self-Regulation
• Motivation
• Social Skills
• Happiness“

via 6 Ways To Raise Your Emotional Intelligence (EQ).