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Emotional Intelligence
- Narrated by: Barrett Whitener
- Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 24
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In richly anecdotal detail, Goleman brings to life the field of social neuroscience that has emerged in the decade since the publication of Emotional Intelligence. He shows that, far more than we are consciously aware, our daily encounters with parents, spouses, bosses, and even strangers shape our brains and affect cells throughout our bodies. Our relationships create a setpoint for our daily moods and influence our immune response; they are crucial to achievement in students and workers; they determine whether or not some genes are expressed, for good or ill.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Very concise
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A mindset shift for the hard-nosed driver...
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In today's fast-paced world of competitive workplaces and chaotic personal lives, each of us is searching for effective tools that can make our schedules, behaviors, and relationships more manageable. The Emotional Intelligence Quick Book shows us how understanding and utilizing emotional intelligence can be the key to exceeding our goals and achieving our fullest potential.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Definitely not Cohesive, Lacks applicability
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5 out of 5 stars
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 10
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According to research, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) or quotient is far more important than ones intelligence quotient or technical abilities when it comes to determining a person’s overall success in life. Emotional intelligence directly impacts the way we formulate personal decisions, the way we mange behavior, and our ability to maneuver through social complexities. It is something that everybody is able to develop with time. This guide will provide all the essential knowledge needed to improve your EQ.
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 30
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Daniel Goleman's international best seller Emotional Intelligence forever changed our concept of "being smart," showing how emotional intelligence (EI) - how we handle ourselves and our relationships - can determine life success more than IQ. Now Goleman and company apply that knowledge to leadership in a must-hear presentation.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 10
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Publisher's Summary
This program features a new introduction read by Daniel Goleman and a bonus dialogue between the author and Jon Kabat-Zinn.
It is the tenth anniversary since the first publication of Daniel Goleman's groundbreaking bestseller, Emotional Intelligence, which maps the territory where IQ meets EQ, where we apply what we know to how we live. Spending over a year on the New York Times bestseller list, Emotional Intelligence provided the evidence for what many successful people already knew: being smart isn't just a matter of mastering facts; it's a matter of mastering your own emotions and understanding the emotions of the people around you.
What the critics say
"Fascinating...well-researched...an engrossing, captivating work." (Booklist)
"Impressive in its scope and depth, staggering in its implications." (Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., author of Wherever You Go, There You Are)
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- Tyler Dupp
- 2018-11-20
Did they use an early 90s text to speech program for the voice work?
Seriously the worst narration I’ve ever heard. For someone talking about emotions they sound like a robot reading from a teleprompter. I had to give up 15 minutes in it was so bad.
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- Bowen Clausen
- 2019-06-21
Excellent topic robotic narrator
The book was excellent great detail and great ways to implement however it was incredibly hard to listen to the narrator was very robotic and hard to follow, Dr Goleman read the gore ward it’s a shame he didn’t read the entire book he was easy to listen to and follow.
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- Mathieu Jolicoeur
- 2019-09-17
Voice
The reading is difficult to listen to. No intonations. Almost sounds like a machine recording
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- Alex
- 2023-07-12
A Profound Journey into Emotional Intelligence
"Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman is an exceptional exploration into the realms of human emotions, offering profound insights and practical guidance for cultivating emotional intelligence in our lives. Goleman's captivating writing style and extensive research make this book an invaluable resource for personal and professional growth.
From the very beginning, Goleman skillfully introduces the concept of emotional intelligence, debunking the notion that IQ alone determines success and happiness. He takes readers on an enlightening journey, highlighting the significance of understanding and harnessing our emotions to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience.
One of the book's greatest strengths lies in Goleman's ability to seamlessly blend scientific research, real-life examples, and engaging anecdotes. Through compelling stories, he demonstrates the impact of emotional intelligence in various domains, including relationships, work, and personal well-being. This integration of theory and practice makes the concepts tangible and relatable, enabling readers to grasp their significance and application in their own lives.
Goleman's exploration of the five core components of emotional intelligence - self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills - is comprehensive and thought-provoking. He elucidates each element, providing practical strategies and exercises to enhance these crucial skills. Whether it's learning to recognize and manage our own emotions or empathize with others, Goleman's guidance is accessible, actionable, and transformative.
Moreover, Goleman highlights the far-reaching implications of emotional intelligence in various contexts, such as education, leadership, and parenting. He convincingly argues that cultivating emotional intelligence is not only essential for individual well-being but also crucial for creating harmonious relationships, effective teamwork, and successful leadership.
What sets "Emotional Intelligence" apart is Goleman's ability to strike a balance between scientific rigor and engaging storytelling. His prose is clear, concise, and infused with empathy, making complex psychological concepts accessible to readers from all backgrounds. The book is meticulously researched, drawing from a wide range of disciplines, and Goleman's expertise as a psychologist shines through in his insightful analysis and interpretation of the data.
In conclusion, "Emotional Intelligence" is a masterpiece that empowers readers to unlock their emotional potential and create meaningful connections in their personal and professional lives. Daniel Goleman's compelling narrative, combined with his wealth of knowledge and practical exercises, makes this book an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to understand, develop, and harness the power of emotional intelligence. It is a transformative journey that will leave you inspired, enlightened, and equipped with invaluable tools for a more fulfilling and emotionally intelligent life.
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- Brian
- 2018-09-16
if you have kids or plan to have kids
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this book is life changing. 90 % of communication is not verbal. it is in the tone, loudness of the voice , facial expression, the emotions you currently have. IQ doesn't matter if you have not emotional intelligence. Do you feel like the world hates you or you hate the world? do you know how to treat you kids with respect while disciplining them correctly? do you find yourself being bored and sad most of the days? or are you a happy and cheerful bunny? why are some people expressing emotions totally different from you ? what makes someone popular? how do you confront people?
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- Jean Raymond daher
- 2018-09-05
amazing book eye opening
it was very informative and is helping me manage my emotions. beware you might be shocked by who you are . be ready tochange ur life
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- Amazon Customer
- 2023-09-07
Educational
Book is educational on so many levels.
The voice for this book is horrible. Very robotic. Don’t know why this hasn’t been addressed.
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- Anita G
- 2023-08-05
Insightful
I very much enjoyed the topic of this book; I struggled to finish it as an audio book. The narration was incredibly monotonous & dispassionate, and because of this, I have learned that I will always download a sample prior to committing to a book on audible.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-12-06
Great book
Great perspective on our own emotional reactions and how to be aware of them in the present moment
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- Elizabeth
- 2022-11-15
Terrible voice
Who approved this voice and thought to themselves “yes this is a good idea people will like it???” Worst thing to listen to, so robotic and I have a hard time focusing on the book material because I can’t get over this voice. It’s too bad because I really want to read this book!
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- Stephanie
- 2003-04-16
Good info, hard to listen sometimes
The information contained within this book is really interesting - the narrator is very hard to listen to! I find it somewhat ironic that a book about emotional intelligence is being read by someone that I HONESTLY have difficulty in distinguishing from a computer generated voice. In fact, I allowed a friend of mine to listen for a minute and he was certain it was a computer.
If you're anything like me, you'll need to keep the rewind button available - sometimes I find myself drifting.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- Steve James
- 2006-06-04
Good material but bad presentation
I concur with the other reviews that while the material is interesting and useful, the narration is a distraction. There were even times when there was background music, which made it more difficult to absorb. The music would thankfully go away eventually, but it made for an unpleasant experience. If I weren't specifically interested and motivated to get through the book, I would not continue with it.
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Overall1 out of 5 stars
- Todd
- 2005-10-28
An unqualified review.
For these instances, I wish a score of "N/A" was available for a review. I say this because I am in whole-hearted agreement with other reviewers who state that the reader is "unlistenable". He (Barry Whitener) is quite obviously a professional reader, a (type of) voice you have heard before in your elementary school audio tapes. It is very clear that he is simply reading "a book", not "Dr. Goleman's book on Emotional Intelligence" - a seemingly subtle difference whose results are anything but. I implore you to listen to the sample audio before deciding to purchase this audiobook. I feel horrible for Dr. Goleman in making this statement, but there is circumstantial evidence that he may feel similar - he (or his publisher) have not chosen to use this reader for any of Dr. Goleman's newer texts available on this website.
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
- David
- 2009-03-08
Book Good, Narrator Torture!!!
A great book that was completely made torturous with a terrible computer-like narration.
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 2004-10-26
Dull and Dragging
The information in this book is wonderful. However I had to stop listening because the voice of the reader is just horribly boring. I found my self noding off to sleep. Good content, poor reader.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- iUseAmazonTooMuch
- 2008-12-03
Great book, terrible reading
We all know the book is great. I got lost in listening to the book. I get this is psycho stuff, but my word, I don't know that anything could put me more to sleep. How on earth they were able to maintain a monotone throughout the book is beyond me.
I know we all need the content of this book, good luck listening!!
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Paul
- 2003-03-06
Emotional Intelligence
I found this title fascinating. It shows you another intelligence that can be improved, and it also gives you a better understanding of what goes on biologically inside of you when events occur. This book expanded my understanding of myself and my own emotional intelligence, and it also helped me control my emotions to better my relationships.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Marty
- 2010-12-23
Integrating the Rational and Emotional Minds
This is one of those books that you need to go back to several times in order for it to really sink in. Goleman defines five main domains of emotional intelligence: 1) knowing one's emotions, that is, self-awareness, 2) managing emotions, 3) motivating oneself, 4) recognizing emotions in others, that is, empathy, and 5) handling relationships or managing emotions in others. He then devotes a chapter to each of these, delving into the neuroscience of each domain and interspersing it with anecdotes that illustrate an abundance of or lack of that particular domain.
Goleman then moves on to make his case for the importance of emotional intelligence, both as we raise our children and as a lifelong learning pursuit. At the end, he outlines the benefits of an emotional education, which include better frustration tolerance and anger management, less aggressive or self-destructive behavior, better at handling stress, more empathy, better able to take another person's perspective, better at listening to others, better at resolving conflicts and negotiating disagreements, and more assertive and skilled at communicating, to name a few. Although these benefits are directed toward a child's education, these outcomes are clearly ones that are also needed in everyday work life. He closes his argument by pointing out that time and time again, research has shown that "...emotional literacy programs improve children's academic achievement scores and school performance." This is a powerful statement about the effectiveness of those who can integrate the rational and the emotional minds.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- Anand Rajaram
- 2007-07-28
reader is really bad!
I wish this book had a better reader. I have listened to the entire book in several bits and pieces and I know the full contents of the book. Despite several earnest attempts, I was never able to listen to the entire book without switching to some other book in between to stay awake -- the reader is that bad. I wish I had stayed away from the audio version and bought the book itself!
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
- C. Little
- 2009-10-27
Content ok, but quality lacking
Despite having gotten the best quality file available, the audio for this title is tinny and weak. Additionally, the guy reading the material could not be dryer - it sounds like a 1960's documentary. There is basically no variation in his voice - and despite my really wanting to listen to the book, it is having real trouble keeping my attention.
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- Anonymous User
- 2017-08-29
Great book based on studies and experiments
Liked the insides on the human brain and why we act in certain ways. However it left me on my hunger about ways to improve our behaviour and EI. I would have appreciated a more structured condensed chapter of tips and advices how to develop more EI in oneself and in a child's mind.
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