Books Quote by Chade-Meng Tan
““The groundbreaking book that popularized the topic is Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, written by Daniel Goleman, our friend and advisor. One of the most important messages in the book is that emotional competencies are not innate talents; they are learned abilities. In other words, emotional competencies are something you can deliberately acquire with practice””
About This Quote
Source Book: Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ by Daniel Goleman, 1995
The book teaches that emotional skills are not innate but can be learned through deliberate practice, emphasizing the importance of developing emotional intelligence.
In simple terms: Emotional skills can be learned, not just born with.
Key Takeaway
Practice emotional growth.
Themes
emotional intelligence
learning
personal development
Mood
motivational
instructive
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- workplace training
- school curricula
- personal coaching
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
neuroplasticity
skill acquisition
self‑improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotional skill will you practice?
- How can you measure your progress?
A Different Perspective
Learning may require sustained effort and feedback.
