Emotional Intelligence is something that can be continually developed and improved.

CORE COMPONENTS
Depending on the source, there can be different models of emotional intelligence. Below are some of the options, along with potential correlations between them.

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

ASSESSMENTS & RESULTS
There are both free and paid online questionnaire options available that assess an individuals score in the different areas of emotional intelligence. Focus on reviewing the individual scores for each section to identify where you/they are excelling and where there might be room for improvement. Keep in mind that your personal overall score may be influenced by your current level of self-awareness.


EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE 360-DEGREE ASSESSMENT
Please have each individual conduct their evaluation of the person being assessed across all core components of emotional intelligence. This will provide a comprehensive view of their strengths and areas for growth. You don’t need to provide the specific score for each core component; instead, rank them from 1 to 4, with 1 representing the highest score the individual received. By not sharing the exact scores, this approach can encourage more honest responses, especially if there are concerns about psychological safety.

Self-Rating

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

Leader Rating

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

Peer Rating

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

Direct Report Rating

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

External Stakeholder

• Self-Awareness
• Social Awareness/Empathy
• Self-Management/Self-Regulation & Motivation
• Relationship Management/Social Skills

DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Once the ratings have been collected, take time to reflect on the results, especially any discrepancies in ratings. After reflecting, set clear goals for areas of improvement, along with actionable steps and a timeline to achieve them. Upon reaching the established timeline, complete the 360-degree assessment again to assess progress.

For more information about this material, email kmcclain@praeliscere.com or visit https://praeliscere.com/. Copyright Kathryn McClain.

A 360-Degree Assessment provides a well-rounded view of an individual’s emotional intelligence by gathering feedback from multiple perspectives, not just their own. In addition to self-evaluation, this process typically includes input from a leader or supervisor, peers, direct reports, and even external stakeholders.

Each participant rates the individual across the core components of emotional intelligence via an assessment.

Rather than requiring specific numerical scores, we recommend ranking the components from 1 to 4, with 1 representing the area where the individual received the highest feedback score overall. This simplified method helps reduce pressure on raters, promote honest responses, and increase psychological safety, especially in team or workplace settings.