You’re in a heated argument with a colleague. How can Emotional Intelligence help you defuse the situation?

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Have you ever found yourself in a heated argument with a colleague at work? Maybe you disagreed on a project, a deadline, or a decision. Maybe you felt attacked, misunderstood, or disrespected. Maybe you raised your voice, slammed the door, or stormed out. How did that make you feel? How did that affect your relationship and your performance?

If you want to avoid these kinds of conflicts, or at least handle them better, you need to develop your Emotional Intelligence (EI). EI is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions, and to empathize and communicate effectively with others. EI can help you defuse a heated argument with a colleague by following these steps:

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