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Please watch Daniel Goleman's posted TED Talk on emotional intelligence. He discusses compassion and the power of using the word "you." He states that there is "zero correlation" between IQ and compassion. Why does this matter, and what other statements resonate with you? (Unit Objective # 1)

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The solution provides information, assistance and advise in tackling the task (see above) on the topic of EQ/EI, IQ and compassion according to the work on the topic by Daniel Goleman. Resources are listed for further exploration of the topic. A word version is attached.

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Hi and thank you for using Brainmass. The solution below should get you started. In this particular task, you are asking for help in putting together a solution on a discussion of Daniel Goleman's Ted Talk on IQ and Compassion. I suggest using this simple outline:
1. About the Speaker and his work - 100 words
2. On EQ and IQ - 100 words
3. The power of the word 'you' - 100 words
4. IQ and compassion - zero correlation - 100 words
5. Take-away from talk - 100 words
6. Resources
This outline should yield 500 words which should cover what you need. You can use the listed resources to further explore the topic. You can also use the feedback section if you need further clarification. A word-version is attached. All the best with your studies.

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Daniel Goleman's EQ vs. IQ and Compassion

Daniel Goleman is a psychologist who authored the 1995 book 'Emotional Intelligence' and for this Ted Talk (Goleman 1995), Goleman drew from his experience as a psychologist, scientific researcher and lecturer to present key concepts - emotional intelligence (EI/EQ), intelligence quotient (IQ) and compassion . The latter part - compassion is an important aspect in relation to taking action for positive change in our communities and society at large. The idea of EQ and IQ as predictors of success is something that is of interest from the time Goleman wrote his 1995 book to the present in that Goleman believes that a high IQ is not a sure-fire predictor of personal success.

EQ and IQ

For Goleman (Goleman, Why aren't we more compassionate? 2007), in terms of business and services, "Empathetic people are superb at recognizing and meeting the needs of clients, ...

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