EQ in Tech
summary
Stanford data cited says 75% of tech job success links to emotional skills. The session lays out an EQ programming model (data → stories → emotions → behavior → results), runs an eight-box expectations exercise (8 items at 20s each) and a rapid meet loop, and prescribes the Elmo timebox for decisions. Practical rules: check intent before judging, use empathy + a pause (MIT 2s → ~40% more trust), plan responses when emotions are low, and practice the “yet” growth mindset.
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chapters (15)
- 0:00Introduction
- 3:00Networking challenge results
- 7:12Emotional intelligence in tech
- 9:39EQ programming model
- 12:08Team expectations activity
- 17:13Proactive conversations
- 19:39Growth mindset shifts
- 24:34Processing experiences
- 27:28Empathy statements
- 34:16Ideal pause length
- 36:02Handling triggers
- 38:30EQ conversation responses
- 40:13Personal EQ journeys
- 41:20Innovation through strengths
- 45:32Conclusion
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