This episode is a product of #TheStage This meeting is in partnership with Misk Skills Interest in the quality of relationships has become a focus of attention in recent times, especially relationships in the labor market. Considering that work is a large part of our daily lives, the professional environment and relationships in it are among the most important things that make it fertile ground for success and development. One of the most important skills in the labor market required for an employee to have good relationships, promotions and distinguished positions is the skill of emotional intelligence. We talk about it in detail with our guest: Dr. Khaled Al-Munif, writer and author. During an interesting meeting, we review with our guest the importance of this crucial skill and how it directly affects the way of dealing with the work team and other parties in an environment full of challenges. We begin the episode by welcoming our guest, then move on to discuss the concept of emotional intelligence and explain it in a simple and deep way and the different types of intelligence. Then we review the importance of this skill in building strong and positive relationships within the workplace. We dive deeper into the details of the components of emotional intelligence and understand how each component affects a person. After that, we discuss the common question: Is emotional intelligence innate or acquired? Which opens the door for us to talk about how to develop this skill. In the self-knowledge axis, we learn how a person can better understand themselves in order to achieve emotional balance in their lives. Then we move on to the topic of meaning therapy, which helps guide a person towards finding true value in their work and life as well. We conclude with a discussion on how to love work and manage emotions under pressure, as we provide practical tips to help you transform work challenges into opportunities for growth and development. To see more of The Stage’s products, follow us on: Twitter, Instagram: @thestage_sa Website: thestage.sa 00:00 Start 01:55 Welcome to the guest 02:23 The concept of emotional intelligence 07:17 The importance of emotional intelligence 15:05 Components of emotional intelligence 27:20 Is emotional intelligence innate or acquired? 33:00 Self-knowledge 55:00 Meaning therapy 59:00 How do you like work? 1:01:29 Managing emotions under pressure