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#24 Tier 1Tier 2

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

Goal: Today we'll learn how to recognize and manage emotions at work to maintain professionalism and teamwork.

After This Lesson You’ll Be Able To

  • Tier 1: Identify and name workplace emotions and positive responses.

  • Tier 2: Analyze a conflict case and develop an EQ response plan.

1. Kick-Off (2-3 min)

Prompt: “What emotion is hardest to control when things go wrong?”

Goal: Acknowledge emotional awareness as strength.

2. Core Concepts (5-7 min)

ConceptDefinitionExample
Self-AwarenessRecognizing your emotions as they happen.“I notice I’m frustrated.”
EmpathyUnderstanding how others feel.“She’s under pressure too.”
Self-RegulationManaging reactions calmly.Taking a breath before replying.

Mini Demo: Instructor role-plays a heated exchange (deadline missed), shows calm de-escalation. Ask: “What changed?”

3. Guided Work Time (12-15 min)

Tier 1 — “EQ Response Chart”

  • Identify 3 workplace emotions.
  • Write one healthy and one unhealthy response to each.

Tier 2 — “EQ Simulation Workshop”

  • Read a workplace conflict case.
  • Step 1: Identify each person’s emotions.
  • Step 2: Propose a calm, empathetic response.
  • Step 3: Write a short Response Plan explaining how self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation apply.

Output: EQ Analysis + Written Plan.

4. Reflection (2-3 min)

Exit Ticket (Schoology or Paper): “How does emotional intelligence help you lead and collaborate?”