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The Smart New Way to Get Hired, a review
Everyone is looking for a “new way to get hired.” There is no doubt that the old ways are of limited use. Maybe it’s possible that the “new way” is actually ages old? Using emotional intelligence to your advantage in a job search makes a lot of sense in an environment where “fit” can be even more important than actual skills.
Lisa Caldas Kappasser’s new book, The Smart New Way to Get Hired – Use Emotional Intelligence and Land the Right Job, explains how, unlike your IQ, your emotional intelligence can be improved and developed – specifically to impact a chance to get a job that is a good fit.
Importantly, Kappasser makes the point that emotional intelligence (EQ – emotional quotient) helps you “make the most of your other qualities.” Some skills (page 7):
- Adapting to change
- Knowing your strengths and weaknesses
- Communicating well
- Cooperating and collaborating with others
It is not difficult to understand how important these skills are in the workplace.
With chapters highlighting how to apply emotional intelligence for job search, self-management, social awareness, social skills and developing emotional intelligence to achieve your career goals, Kappasser offers some practical solutions and ideas for anyone interested in improving his or her standings in the EQ realm.
Win a copy of Lisa’s book! Comment below for a chance in a random drawing!
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Thanks for the review. I’ll have to add it to my reading list. When I first heard of EQ (emotional quotient) I was baffled. But the more I read, learn, brand and market myself I am a firm believer.
Thank you for the chance to win a copy too!
Cynthia C. Cutright´s last blog ..Where are all the jobs?
Cynthia – I really enjoy reading about EQ, and especially intrigued by research that shows that you can really improve your skills! I will be choosing at random on Friday night for the free copy!
Since I’ve been job hunting for a year now it’s clear to me that I need to re-evaluate my approach. I would love to learn how to incorporate EQ into my search. I have been self-educating on how to use social media both as a marketing professional and as a job hunter. I’ve also been following you on Twitter and reading your blog. From observing your style and approach to Twitter, I have incorporated much of what I’ve learned following you into my professional marketing activities. I also saw that you were mentioned at least twice in Tim O’Reilly’s “The Twitter Book.” Good for you! Thanks for including me in the drawing.
EQ is a very interesting subject, with its relationship to personal branding and communication in general. It seems almost like EQ is what ensures others are aware of your professional IQ (skills, experience, education). If there is nothing supporting the EQ, it won’t help you find or maintain a job; conversely, if you are the perfect candidate but recruiters do not know your name, still nothing will occur. I know we are all trying to improve both simultaneously, so thank you for helping us out!
Sounds like a winner – I’ll look for it. And there’s always the original book, Emotional Intelligence – which is also terrific. Thanks for the review!
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