BEING SMART ONLY TAKES YOU SO FAR

The article discusses elements of a leadership development program and emphasizes coaching of emotional intelligence for a successful leader. Leadership program must engage leaders in the development of their own emotional intelligence. It should also includes teaching leaders how to develop close interpersonal relationships with their direct reports. Coaching for emotional intelligence requires building relationships that develop personal connectedness between leaders and team members. In addition, coaching for emotional intelligence addresses personal issues and interpersonal behaviors that can be difficult to discuss.