Worklife with Adam Grant Is Emotional Intelligence Really So Important? | No Stupid Questions
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May 17, 2022 
Angela Duckworth, a renowned psychologist celebrated for her research on grit, joins Stephen Dubner to discuss the significance of emotional intelligence (EI) in leadership. They explore whether EI is essential for effective leadership and if it can be learned. The conversation touches on the four components of EI and highlights the nuances of high EI, including its potential downsides. Personal anecdotes and humorous exchanges bring a relatable spin, prompting listeners to reflect on self-awareness in emotional interactions.
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EI as Top Criterion?
- New York City mayor Eric Adams prioritizes emotional intelligence (EI) in hiring.
- This raises questions about EI's quantifiability and importance.
EI: A Measurable Ability
- Emotional intelligence (EI) is a measurable ability with four components: perceiving, using, understanding, and managing emotions.
- Peter Salovey developed an EI measure and later became Yale's president.
Dubner's EI Test
- Stephen Dubner took an online EI test and scored slightly above average.
- Angela Duckworth questions the test's validity and suggests Dubner would score higher on a standardized test.