This document discusses emotional intelligence and its importance. It defines emotional intelligence as the ability to recognize and understand emotions in yourself and others, and to use this awareness to manage behavior and relationships. It notes that emotional intelligence matters twice as much as technical knowledge or IQ for high performance. The document outlines the four parts of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. It provides examples of low and high emotional intelligence competencies and discusses how emotional intelligence can help with difficult situations, influence others, and keep you positive.