Empathy and Emotional Intelligence at Work

Brown University via edX

Overview

Discover the transformative power of empathy and emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace with this comprehensive course from Brown University, available on edX. Understanding and fostering our relationships with others are crucial for personal happiness and professional success. This course explores the social and emotional competencies essential for cultivating positive work environments, including empathy, emotional awareness, and effective communication.

Leveraging the latest research and practical case studies, participants will learn how these skills contribute to organizational well-being, enhancing management, teamwork, problem-solving capabilities, and resilience. Delve into the psychological and neuroscientific foundations of compassionate workplace behaviors and uncover practical strategies for strengthening team empathy, trust, collaboration, and conflict resolution. Special attention is given to the role of socially intelligent leadership in creating inclusive, engaging work cultures.

Instructed by Dacher Keltner, Ph.D., and Emiliana Simon-Thomas, Ph.D., from UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, this course builds on the insights from their widely acclaimed edX course, The Science of Happiness. Join the half million students globally who have been inspired to integrate greater empathy and emotional intelligence into their professional lives. This course is categorized under Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, and Empathy, offering valuable resources for anyone looking to enhance their workplace interactions and overall organizational health.