Master your emotions
Your emotions determine your actions and behaviors and being able to know when to keep your emotions in check can make a huge difference when dealing with people.
Researchers believe there’s a strong link between high emotional intelligence and charisma.
Emotionally intelligent people are aware of their own emotions, as well as the emotions of those around them. This awareness allows them to stay cool under pressure and give people what they need emotionally.
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