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How emotionally intelligent are you… really?

Most people believe they understand themselves well. But emotional intelligence isn't measured by what we think about ourselves — it's reflected in how we respond under pressure, communicate with others, manage conflict and build relationships.

Our free Emotional Intelligence Assessment has been designed to help you understand your strengths and identify areas for development across ten core pillars of emotional intelligence.

Whether you're a leader, manager or individual contributor, you'll receive an instant overview of your emotional intelligence profile in just a few minutes.

If you're responsible for developing people within your organisation, this assessment also provides a glimpse into the methodology behind Hubb People's organisational Emotional Intelligence and 360° Feedback solutions.

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Answer honestly — think about how you typically behave, not how you would like to. There are no right or wrong answers.

Know Yourself

1. I recognise and understand my emotions as they arise, even in challenging situations.
2. I recognise the situations or events that trigger strong emotional reactions in me and take them into account before responding.
3. I have a realistic understanding of my strengths, limitations and how they influence my behaviour.
4. I recognise how my behaviour affects other people and adjust it when necessary.
5. I understand how my thoughts, emotions and behaviours influence one another.
6. I maintain control of my behaviour, even when experiencing strong emotions.
7. I remain calm and composed during emotionally demanding situations.
8. I take time to consider my response before reacting in emotionally challenging situations.
9. I control my words and actions, even when I feel frustrated, upset or under pressure.
10. I regain emotional balance quickly after emotionally challenging situations.
11. I regularly reflect on my experiences to identify how I can improve.
12. I actively seek opportunities to learn and develop when faced with new or unfamiliar situations.
13. I use feedback constructively to improve my behaviour and performance.
14. I deliberately change my behaviour based on what I have learned from previous experiences.
15. I take personal responsibility for my ongoing learning and emotional development.

Manage Yourself

16. I willingly embrace change, even when it requires me to work differently.
17. I adjust my approach when circumstances require a different way of working.
18. I continue to make progress even when I don't have all the information or answers.
19. I find practical solutions when faced with unexpected obstacles or challenges.
20. I put new ideas, methods or behaviours into practice when change is needed.
21. I recover and regain my focus after setbacks.
22. I continue working towards my goals even when I experience setbacks or difficulties.
23. I maintain my effectiveness during periods of sustained pressure.
24. I keep setbacks in perspective and prevent them from negatively influencing my outlook.
25. I use challenging experiences as opportunities to learn and improve rather than allowing them to discourage me.

Understand Others

26. I notice other people's emotions and take them into account when deciding how to respond.
27. I consider another person's perspective before forming conclusions or responding.
28. I notice changes in the mood, atmosphere or dynamics around me and adapt my behaviour accordingly.
29. I take other people's feelings, needs and circumstances into account when making decisions.
30. I ask questions to better understand other people rather than making assumptions.

Work With Others

31. I behave consistently in ways that encourage other people to trust me.
32. I make a conscious effort to maintain positive and respectful relationships.
33. I actively encourage different ideas and contributions when working with other people.
34. I willingly offer encouragement and support when other people need it.
35. I take positive steps to rebuild relationships when they have been affected by disagreement or misunderstanding.
36. I express my opinions, concerns and needs confidently without being aggressive or dismissive.
37. I communicate my personal and professional boundaries clearly and respectfully when necessary.
38. I address difficult conversations in a timely, respectful and constructive way.
39. I challenge ideas or behaviours respectfully, even when my opinion differs from others.
40. I set realistic limits and manage other people's expectations respectfully and consistently.

Apply Emotional Intelligence

41. I make decisions that balance logical thinking with an understanding of how people may be affected.
42. I make a conscious effort to remain fair and objective when evaluating situations or people.
43. I consider both the immediate and longer-term consequences of my decisions before taking action.
44. I make decisions that remain consistent with my values, even when doing so is difficult.
45. I pause to reflect before making important decisions, particularly in emotionally charged situations.

Answer all 45 statements to unlock your Emotional Intelligence Score.