"Working with Lee, Anita and Jorge has opened my eyes to a better way of being. Emotional Intelligence and the link to Diversity is such a powerful tool that I knowingly use in both my work and everyday life. Being aware of my values, the impact I have on those around me and how I can use my strengths and abilities to make everything I do more fun, more acceptable and more enjoyable has really brought a new dimension to my life. In 26 years of working for a global company, I can only think of 3 areas of new knowledge that have really changed my life and my approach - Putting People First (in the 80's), Situational Leadership (in the 90's) and EI&D( for today). This has had the most powerful impact. Its an awareness, with tools, that I use with my wife, my children and my colleagues at work. People have commented on the difference and when asked I can attribute it directly to working with Lee, Anita and Jorge. As well as being great tutors, the team are really great people on a personal level. Thet bring a sense of fun to their work and demonstrate true commitment and belief in what they do Thank you for giving the guidance and insight enabling me to change what I do with such positive impact." Lee Barnett More Testimonials >> GET UPDATES Sign up and receive on-going updates of upcoming events and seminars. Why EID? If any of these behaviors exist in your organization E.I.D.I. can help. hidden agendas avoiding giving feedback avoiding conflict ability to manage change inappropriately dealing with anger poor coping strategies negative attitudes disrespectful behavior avoiding difficult conversations resistance to change demotivation and burnout inflexibility fear of the consequences of emotions alienation: due to language and cultural differences Why Emotional Intelligence and Diversity is Important The Right Thing To Do For Your People Create a respectful, healthy work climate Demonstrate commitment to employees well-being Create a work environment where people feel connected and cared about Help employees find meaning at work Help employees align personal and organizational values Inspire them to be the best they can be Help employees increase job satisfaction The Smart Thing To Do For Your Organization Minimize time loss due to morale and interpersonal conflict Create synergistic solutions that enhance productivity and profitability Resolve conflict in a way that avoids heavy cost of litigation Help employees manage stress and preventing burnout Increase flexibility and open mindedness Reduce resistance to change   Trainings in emotional competencies resulted in: 80% reduction in grievances 50% reduction in lost time accidents 17% increase in production (Pesurte & Bylum/Porras & Anderson)