MGT502 Module 3: Emotional Intelligence Annotated Bibliography

This annotated bibliography examines the multifaceted role of emotional intelligence (EI) in leadership and the workplace, drawing from ten scholarly articles. The bibliography explores the relationship between EI and personality traits, highlighting the significance of empathy, commitment, and self-management for effective leadership. It investigates the impact of EI on teamwork effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of emotional stability and its development through training. The articles also delve into the effects of online mind-body training on stress, coping strategies, and EI, as well as the effectiveness of person-centered coaching in enhancing EI competencies. Furthermore, the bibliography addresses the connection between transformational leadership, gender identity, and EI, revealing potential disparities. It underscores the importance of EI as a predictor of leadership success and explores the development of EI through various methods, including modeling and training. Additionally, the bibliography reviews the relationship between EI and organizational leadership, highlighting the need for positive emotional influence. It also discusses the application of EI in the workplace, its impact on job performance, stress reduction, and team effectiveness, and the role of EI and self-leadership in coping with stress. Finally, it examines the effectiveness of staff training in enhancing EI and improving interactions, ultimately contributing to enhanced organizational performance. The bibliography emphasizes that transformational leadership is the most effective style and training is the best way to improve EI.