Emotional Intelligence was popularized by Daniel Goleman in 1996. It refers to an individual's ability to recognize and manage their own emotions and understand the emotions of others. There are five main components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, self-motivation, empathy, and social skills. Research shows that emotional intelligence, or EQ, is more important for success than IQ, accounting for 80% of success in life. Developing emotional intelligence in the workplace helps people manage relationships effectively and stay focused on goals and vision.