Self Management

This refers to the ability to regulate one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors effectively depending on the changes in different situations. It is also known as “self-control” or “self-regulation”. Emotions are important sources of information that tell us about ourselves and our feelings towards others.

During stressful circumstances, it also takes us out of our comfort zone. They are the reason why we often get overwhelmed and lose control of ourselves. Self-management is the way you manage stress and stay emotionally present. You can control impulsive feelings and behaviours, manage your emotions in healthy ways by taking up a few initiatives, follow through on commitments, and adapt to changing circumstances.

A High Emotional Intelligence (EI) can help to navigate the social complexities of the workplace and can help motivate others. Self-management skills are important in the workplace because they help you contribute to others in a better work environment for yourself and for your co-workers. Nowadays, many companies rate EI as important as technical ability and employ EQ tests before hiring candidates.