Negotiate Anything

The ONLY Negotiator’s Toolkit You Need to Own

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Jan 1, 2026
Chelsea Elliott, a macro social worker and emotional intelligence advocate, discusses the transformative power of EQ. She emphasizes why understanding emotions is crucial, contrasting EQ with IQ through relatable examples. Chelsea also shares her children's books that help kids navigate feelings and her initiative to provide comfort kits for trauma-affected youths. Practical mindfulness techniques, breathing exercises, and the importance of validating emotions in workplace culture round out this insightful conversation.
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INSIGHT

Two Parts Of Emotional Intelligence

  • Emotional intelligence has two parts: the I (self) and the we (others).
  • Mastering both boosts decision-making and relationship management.
INSIGHT

EQ Outweighs IQ At Work

  • EQ often matters more than IQ for long-term success and promotions.
  • Relationship skills frequently outperform technical ability in workplace advancement.
ADVICE

Name Emotions To Calm Conversations

  • Name the person's emotion to help calm their amygdala and slow the interaction.
  • Keep your own pace lower than the upset person to avoid escalating the situation.
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