Why Leaders Should take the EQ 360® Assessment?….and What to Expect.

An important part of leadership is about how you show up for others. Emotional intelligence is the foundation of that, and the EQ 360® assessment gives leaders something rare: a clear, honest view of how their behaviours impact the people around them.

Leaders who excel in EQ build stronger relationships and inspire trust. But here’s the real challenge… How you see yourself isn’t always how others see you.

The EQ360 bridges that gap.

Self-awareness is often cited as the most critical leadership skill, yet many leaders operate with unrecognized patterns. Here are a few examples of how the EQ 360® uncovers those gaps:

• Example 1: The “Approachable” Leader Who Isn’t
  A senior manager believed she was highly approachable because she had an open-door policy. Her EQ 360® results told a different story. Her team rated her low on empathy and interpersonal relationships. Why? She was often distracted during conversations, checking emails mid-meeting. This insight helped her change her behaviour, leading to stronger trust and engagement.

• Example 2: The Confident Communicator
  A VP scored himself high on emotional expression, thinking he communicated clearly. His peers disagreed, noting that his tone often came across as dismissive. That gap explained recurring friction in cross-functional projects. With coaching, he learned to adjust his communication style, improving collaboration and reducing conflict.

• Example 3: The Resilient Leader Under Pressure
  One CEO assumed resilience was his strength. The EQ 360® revealed his team saw him as reactive during crises, which created anxiety. By working on stress tolerance and impulse control, he became a stabilizing force during uncertainty, therefore boosting morale and performance.

These examples show why perception matters. Great leadership is also about what others experience.

What You Can Expect from the EQ 360®

Taking the EQ 360® is a straightforward, reflective process designed to give you meaningful insights without feeling overwhelming. It starts with a self-assessment, where you answer questions about how you perceive your emotional intelligence several areas. This part is quick and intuitive. Most leaders complete it in about 20–30 minutes.

Next comes the 360-degree feedback. You’ll invite colleagues (such as your manager, peers, and direct reports) to share their perspectives through the same questionnaire. Their responses remain confidential and are combined into a report that highlights strengths and areas for growth.

The experience is often described as eye-opening and empowering. Many leaders find it validating to see where their self-perception aligns with others, and enlightening to discover gaps they didn’t realize existed.

In short, it provides:

1. A Comprehensive Perspective
   Compare your self-assessment with feedback from peers, direct reports, and managers to uncover blind spots and confirm strengths.

2. Insight into Impact
   Understand how your emotional intelligence shows up in real-world interactions. Where your intentions align with others’ perceptions and where they don’t.

3. Actionable Development Areas
   Get practical strategies to close gaps and amplify strengths, making your growth plan focused and achievable.

4. Enhanced Self-Awareness
   See how your behaviours influence trust and engagement.

5. A Roadmap for Growth
   Use clear insights and tailored recommendations to lead with confidence and impact.

The EQ 360® is an impactful leadership mirror. It shows you how others experience your emotional intelligence and gives you the tools to lead more effectively. If you want to move from good intentions to real influence, this is where you start.