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IMDR’s Journal of Management Development & Research 2023-24

- Published within last 15 years.
- Empirically test relationships between EI, psychological contracts, and work attitudes.

 Analysis Plan:
Thematic analysis to categorize findings about:

- Role of specific EI competencies in psychological contract dynamics.

- Relationships between EI, contract type, violation experiences, and work attitudes.

Secondary research approach can provide a rigorous and integrated understanding about the complex

interconnections between emotional intelligence and psychological contract phenomena by systematically
compiling and analysing existing evidence.

Expected Outcomes

Emotional intelligence is often divided into four basic competencies:
1. Developing self-awareness 2. Improving self-management skills

3. Social awareness.
4. Relationship Management

Understanding each factor is critical for developing emotional intelligence. Here's a detailed look at the four
categories.

1. Self-awareness.

At the heart of everything is self-awareness. This essential talent includes not just a grasp of your own strengths
and shortcomings, but also the ability to recognize your emotions and how they affect both you and your team's

performance.

Research by organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich paints a surprising picture: while 95% of people believe

they are self-aware, only 10-15% truly achieve this level of understanding. This gap can create significant

problems in the workplace. Collaborating with colleagues who lack self-awareness can, according to Eurich's
research, halve a team's success and contribute to increased stress and decreased motivation among members.

The key to maximizing the potential of others lies in maximizing your own potential first. This is where self-
awareness truly shines. An accessible method to assess your level of self-awareness is through 360-degree

feedback. This process involves self-evaluating your performance and then comparing it with the insights and

opinions of your manager, peers, and direct reports. Engaging in this exercise can not only reveal blind spots
in your own behaviour but also provide valuable information about how others perceive you within the

organization.

2. Self- Management
Being a leader is no easy feat, especially when faced with challenges and setbacks. Self-management, the

ability to control your emotions, particularly in stressful situations, is crucial for navigating these hurdles with

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