Book Smarts vs. People Smarts: New Study Reveals Why EQ May Matter More Than IQ
MONTREAL, Canada (PRWEB) April 28, 2018 -- Without logical intelligence, our ability to reason out problems and find viable solutions would be limited. Balancing a budget is a challenge without mathematical intelligence, while writing emails or book reports and crossing the street safely will prove more than troublesome without linguistic and kinesthetic intelligence, respectively. However, mental prowess offers, at most, a narrow understanding of how we function in our complex world.
Logic or mathematical intelligence won’t help when trying to comfort a grieving friend. Linguistic or kinesthetic intelligence won’t offer any insight into why a person feels angry all the time, or is dissatisfied with their life or relationships. This is where emotional intelligence steps in. And while people may be able get a good education and a decent job relying solely on their book smarts, it’s only half of the success equation – it doesn’t guarantee a rewarding professional and personal life. EQ enhances the life experience, and may even be able to compensate for a less than stellar IQ.
Analyzing data from 34,809 people who took their Emotional Intelligence Test, PsychTests’ researchers found that while the combination of high EQ and high IQ (as measured by grades in school) can prove advantageous personally and professionally, strong emotional intelligence alone can still result in a successful and fulfilling life. Here’s what their study revealed:
(Note: A high IQ is measured by top grades in school; a low IQ is measured by failing grades in school)
SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS
• 43% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group are in the $75,000 or higher economic bracket, compared to:
• 37% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 31% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 16% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
JOB PERFORMANCE
• 72% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group received a “Good” or “Excellent” work performance rating, compared to:
• 38% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 63% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 16% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
SOCIAL POPULARITY
• 70% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group are popular, compared to:
• 37% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 62% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 29% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
FREQUENCY OF CONFLICT
• 68% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group rarely find themselves getting into arguments or conflicts, compared to:
• 32% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 65% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 31% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
RELATIONSHIP SATISFACTION
• 79% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group are satisfied with their personal and professional relationships, compared to:
• 36% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 67% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 31% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
LIFE SATISFACTION
• 82% of those in the high IQ & high EQ group are satisfied with their life, compared to:
• 35% of those in the high IQ but low EQ group
• 71% of those in the low IQ but high EQ group
• 20% of those in the low IQ and EQ group
“The human experience is to a large degree determined by our emotions. To deny that we are emotional beings is to deny who we are,” explains Dr. Jerabek, president of PsychTests. “You cannot navigate this world without a decent understanding of how to deal with your emotions, and you won’t be able to get very far academically, professionally, or romantically if you don’t know how to deal with people. We need emotional intelligence. We need to know how to regulate negative feelings, resolve conflict, read body language and other social cues, and how to interact with others diplomatically and productively. IQ helps us understand how this world functions; EQ helps us function in this world.”
“While the combination of strong EQ and IQ can lead to a happy and successful life, even EQ alone is enough to help you thrive. As our study has shown, people who are emotionally intelligent but not very book smart can still find a lucrative job and excel at that job. They are also more likely to be happy, popular, and have fulfilling relationships. The same cannot be said of those who lack the emotional side of intelligence. Given that emotional intelligence can be developed and improved, the question is, do you want to be happy and successful, or just successful?”
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About PsychTests AIM Inc.
PsychTests AIM Inc. originally appeared on the internet scene in 1996. Since its inception, it has become a pre-eminent provider of psychological assessment products and services to human resource personnel, therapists, academics, researchers and a host of other professionals around the world. PsychTests AIM Inc. staff is comprised of a dedicated team of psychologists, test developers, researchers, statisticians, writers, and artificial intelligence experts (see ARCHProfile.com). The company’s research division, Plumeus Inc., is supported in part by Research and Development Tax Credit awarded by Industry Canada.
Ilona Jerabek, PsychTests AIM Inc., http://psychtests.com, +1 514-745-3189 Ext: 112, [email protected]
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