Do you want to improve the probability of hiring the best person for a position? Research indicates that emotional intelligence (EI) is predictive of success in many careers. As such, we should include EI assessments as an integral part of selection.
Your selection process could include:
If you've read Jim Collins' book, Good to Great, you know getting the best employees "on the bus" is only the first step. You also need them to be sitting in the right seat on the bus; thus, you need to match employees’ EI strengths to the demands of the job. The presenters for this webcast have used the above strategies to assist many organizations to select the best employee for the position.
What you will learn:
Korrel Kanoy has been a college professor for over 30 years and has taught courses such as adult development, child development, general psychology, and emotional intelligence. In 2004, Korrel co-founded Developmental Associates, LLC, a consulting firm which specializes in developing emotionally intelligent solutions for organizations and their members. A psychology major at the University of Richmond, Korrel earned her master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where she studied Child Development and Family Relationships.
Korrel is certified to administer and provide feedback on individual and 3600 instruments related to Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Styles and Organizational Climate, and she is a certified trainer for the Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-I 2.0 and EQi 2.0 360). She has interpreted over 500 EQi profiles and helped numerous individuals create an Individual Development Plan to improve their performance based on their emotional intelligence profile. She has also coached employees in leadership positions and used the EQi to help companies select the best employees. Korrel has led numerous workshops and training sessions and specializes in the areas of emotional intelligence, leadership styles and development, and effective communication. Recently Korrel published Annie’s Lost Hat, a picture book for children that teaches emotional intelligence lessons through the story. Annie’s Lost Hat contains a section for parents, providing them with tips about enhancing their children’s development and emotional intelligence.
Dr. Heather A. Lee earned a M.S. and a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. She is a Senior Partner with Developmental Associates.
Dr. Lee is an organizational consultant specializing in the nonprofit, governmental and educational sectors. She is a faculty member for the NC Certified Public Manager Program and the NC Center for Women in Public Service. She previously served as Associate Professor of Human Resources and Psychology at Peace College and Vice President for Human Resources for Easter Seals of North Carolina. She is a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources Management (SPHR). She is volunteers as Chairperson for the Chordoma Foundation Board of Directors.
Dr. Lee is an expert in emotional intelligence testing and incorporating EI testing in selection and promotion processes for public and nonprofit managers. She specializes in organizational assessment, performance management systems, and hiring process design for law enforcement positions.
Dr. Lee routinely offers training programs on emotional intelligence, group process, performance management and effective hiring strategies. She is certified to administer a variety of assessment instruments to aid in organization, leadership and individual development and is a Certified Trainer for Higher Education and Business EQi.