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This article is based on the
following book: Primal Leadership “Leading To Lead With
Emotional Intelligence”
By Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, Annie Mckee
Published by Harvard Business School Press 2004 ISBN
1591391849 306 pages
Primal leadership takes center stage in this book. This concept
goes beyond the set of conventional competencies on the making
of a leader. Beyond bottom line figures, this
book takes a leap forward with the concept of primal leadership
through a keen and in-depth understanding of emotional
intelligence and its link to leading and building emotionally
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The authors explore the idea of
leadership as an emotional function. They propose that the
fundamental task of a leader is to create resonance at work, thereby
unleashing positive traits and attributes in people. Emotionally
intelligent leaders bring organizational success to the fore because
they inspire, motivate and foster commitment in people.
Harness the power of primal leadership in this book and bring out
the emotionally intelligent leader in you.
Primal Dimension of Leadership
The use of emotion in leadership functions is a primal task that
sets leaders apart. Great leaders move people by channeling emotions
in the right direction, whether it is in formulating corporate
strategy in the boardroom or a series of action items in the shop
floor.
Resonance Effect
The positive channeling of emotions that empowers people to be top
performers is called resonance. The culture of resonance brings out
the best in people. On the other hand, when leaders negatively drive
emotions dissonance is created. Dissonance is not conducive to
harmonious working relationships as it can undermine people’s
potentials.
Key to Primal Leadership
Emotional intelligence is the foundation of making primal leadership
work. An emotionally intelligent leader knows how to handle himself
and his relationship with the people he works with in order to drive
up performance.
Good Moods, Good Work
A good mood is essential for a team to function effectively. It is
crucial for a leader to foster positive working relationships
because emotional conflicts in a group can hamper a team’s
performance.
A study of CEOs from Fortune 500 companies revealed that positive
overall mood of top management people leads to better cooperation
and better business performance. This argument takes the view that
it is top management that creates the conditions for workers to work
well.
Resonant Leader
For emotionally intelligent leaders, resonance comes naturally in
their dealings with people. Their actions reinforce synchrony within
their team and within the organization. The strength of an
emotionally resonant leader lies in the emotional bond he forms
which allows people to collaborate with each other even in the face
of change and uncertainty.
Four Dimensions of Emotional Intelligence
The creation of resonance is a hallmark of primal leadership that
can only be fostered by emotionally
intelligent leaders. For a leader to promote prime resonance in a
group, it is important to understand
the four EI competencies. Interestingly, these competencies are not
innately inherent but are learned
abilities. According to research, an effective leader typically
demonstrates at least one competence among the four dimensions.
1. Self-Awareness
2. Self-Management
3. Social Awareness
4. Relationship Management
Approaches to Leadership in a Nutshell
1. Visionary
2. Coaching
3. Affiliative
4. Democratic
5. Pacesetting
6. Commanding
The Five Discoveries of Self-Directed Learning
1. First Discovery: My ideal self – Who do I want to be?
2. Second Discovery: My real self – Who am I? What are my strengths
and gaps?
3. Third Discovery: My learning agenda – How can I build on my
strengths while reducing my gaps?
4. Fourth Discovery: Experimenting with and practicing new
behaviors, thoughts, and feelings to the point of mastery.
5. Fifth Discovery: Developing supportive and trusting relationships
that make change possible.
Final Notes
Primal leadership is anchored on emotions. These emotions have
underlying neurological explanations
to them such as the open loop system. Thus, a leader must work hard
to obtain emotional intelligence
competencies that will make him a resonant leader because resonance
is the key to primal leadership.
A resonant leader builds a culture of resonance by demonstrating
emotionally intelligent abilities that
permeate throughout the organization. A resonant leader aims to live
a resonant life for him and his
people in order to make resonant work. It is this kind of work that
builds an emotionally intelligent
organization – a kind of organization that can survive the changing
business climate because it has built-in processes that can sustain
change.
By: Regine P. Azurin and Yvette Pantilla
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