Social intelligence : the new science of success /
Albrecht, Karl.
San Francisco : Jossey-Bass, A Wiley Imprint,
c2006.
The author defines social intelligence (SI) as the ability to get along well with others while winning their cooperation. SI is a combination of sensitivity to the needs and interests of others, sometimes called your "social radar," an attitude of generosity and consideration, and a set of practical skills for interacting successfully with people in any setting. Social Intelligence provides a highly accessible and comprehensive model for describing, assessing, and developing social intelligence at a personal level. This book is filled with intriguing concepts, enlightening examples, stories, cases, situational strategies, and a self-assessment tool -- all designed to help you learn to navigate social situations more successfully.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Foreword / Warren Bennis -- Acknowledgments -- Preface -- 1. A different kind of smart -- 2. "S" stands for situational awareness -- 3. "P" stands for presence -- 4. "A" stands for authenticity -- 5. "C" stands for clarity -- 6. "E" stands for empathy -- 7. Assessing and developing SI -- 8. SI in the world of work : some reflections -- 9. SI in charge : thoughts on developing socially intelligent leaders -- 10. SI and conflict : thoughts about getting along -- Epilogue : SI and the next generation : who's teaching our kids? -- Index -- About the author.
The author defines social intelligence (SI) as the ability to get along well with others while winning their cooperation. SI is a combination of sensitivity to the needs and interests of others, sometimes called your "social radar," an attitude of generosity and consideration, and a set of practical skills for interacting successfully with people in any setting. Social Intelligence provides a highly accessible and comprehensive model for describing, assessing, and developing social intelligence at a personal level. This book is filled with intriguing concepts, enlightening examples, stories, cases, situational strategies, and a self-assessment tool -- all designed to help you learn to navigate social situations more successfully.
Social intelligence.
Interpersonal relations.
Success.