Coming Through

Emotional Intelligence Exercise 9

The Emotional Intelligence Activity Book: 50 Activities for Promoting EQ at Work by

Adelle B. Lynn, Amacom, 2002

Objectives• To help you acknowledge your

emotions in the workplace• To help you recognize that your

emotions impact others in the workplace

• To help you recognize the appropriate time to express emotions in the workplace and the need for self-control regarding negative emotions

Emotions at Work• Laughter• Defeat• Anger• Overwhelmed• Pride• Disappointment

Debriefing - 1• What are some of the most common

reactions to an angry leader or coworker?

• What are some of the most common reactions to a proud leader or coworker?

• When is it best to keep your emotions in check and not express your emotions to your employees/coworkers?

Debriefing - 2• When can it be useful to express

your emotions to your employees/coworkers?

• What guidelines would you suggest for displaying negative emotions?

• What guidelines would you suggest for displaying positive emotions?