Monday, October 26, 2009

Emotional Intelligence -

Why smart people sometimes make dumb decisions

Do you ever wonder why really smart people sometimes make really dumb decisions? It could be that they are ignoring one of their key sources of decision-making information, which is their EQ or "Emotional Intelligence." In her presentation, Dr. Pat Gangi will share with us:

• The proven positive impact of attending to our body’s emotional information

• Tools for accessing that information

• Strategies for preventing and responding to “emotional hijacking”

According to Dr. Pat, people with the ability to name and manage their own emotions and relate well emotionally to others typically experience better stress resilience, enhance their leadership performance and are better equipped to deliver the winning edge in customer service. Please join us to learn about ways to boost your own EQ!

Please join us for her presentation, plus socializing, great food, and a door prize! This month’s door prize is extra special - Dr. Pat is giving an online SEI Leadership or Development Assessment (emotional intelligence profile) with 30 minutes of phone debriefing (one-on-one session) valued at $149.00.

Dr. Pat Gangi is known as the EQ Advocate (c). She is a professional speaker, trainer and instructional designer. Dr. Pat helps people grow their emotional intelligence, a skill Harvard Business Review calls “…a basic tool that, deployed with finesse, is the key to professional success."

In the past, Dr. Pat was the Quality Improvement Leader and Director of Training and Management Development at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa. She is a DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) and has been an active Toastmaster for more than ten years.

In addition to her doctorate in Instructional Technology from Arizona State University, Dr. Pat Gangi is a Certified Associate with the Six Seconds Organization, the global leader for Social and Emotional Intelligence training and consulting. Dr. Pat is authorized to administer a variety of EQ measurements including the SEI Leadership Assessment and SEI Development Assessment.

Each month we also have a member spotlight, during which a member will have five minutes to talk about their business, cause, passion, or hobby.  Members are welcome to bring any promotional materials for inclusion on our member’s table.

Meeting cost is $30.00 for non-WOVI members, only $20 for WOVI members (including those joining that evening.) We cannot accept credit cards at this time. For more info about the group, go to www.wovi.com