Emotional Intelligence Self-Assessment

Instructions: Respond to each statement as it applies to your current work situation. Be honest and assess what you actually do (not what you think you should do). Candid answers will help you determine potential areas for enhancing your emotional intelligence.

Scale: 1 = Disagree … 5 = Agree
1. I recognize my emotions and their effect on my performance.
2. I inspire and guide others with a shared mission.
3. I am adept at understanding the meaning of office politics.
4. I am able to keep disruptive emotions under control.
5. I build strong personal bonds.
6. I act with honesty and integrity in my dealings with others.
7. I am optimistic and expect that changes in the future will be for the better.
8. I have a strong sense of self-worth.
9. I am able to communicate clearly and convincingly.
10. I am flexible and adaptable in handling change.
11. I know my strengths and limitations.
12. I understand the guiding values and unspoken rules of my organization.
13. I sense others' feelings and perspectives.
14. I am skilled at disarming conflicts.
15. I take an active interest in others' concerns.
16. I am aware of the impact of my emotions on others' feelings and behavior.