Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize and understand emotions in yourself and others and use this awareness to manage your behavior and relationships. Research shows emotional intelligence is the strongest predictor of workplace performance and that people with average IQs outperform those with highest IQs 70% of the time due to emotional intelligence. The document outlines strategies to improve self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management skills which comprise emotional intelligence. It recommends choosing a skill to focus on, using specific strategies, finding a mentor, practicing consistently, and measuring progress to increase emotional intelligence over time.