Being intentional from an emotionally intelligent mindset

Intention is defined as a determination to act in a certain way. When you are intentional, you have a clear purpose and a strong structure. You are present and committed to putting action behind your thoughts and words, resulting in better relationships in business and life. Having intention in the workplace is to be a leader who creates change and sets the tone for everyone.

Intention is a way of being, a certain kind of mental state, and to be next level, emotional intelligence plays a significant role. To have emotional intelligence is to become aware of yourself and others and to positively manage your emotions to communicate effectively and be empathetic to others. Imagine your intentions coming from a place where you're solving problems in ways that work for everyone. Imagine making decisions from a mindset of clarity and empathy. Imagine a workplace where goals are created and achieved from a space of gratitude, understanding, and compassion

Empathetic Feedback

Let's take feedback, for example. Giving feedback in the workplace supports the growth of the people and the organization. Giving and/or receiving feedback brings clarity and allows others' perspectives to be heard with the intention of achieving a goal. With high emotional intelligence, feedback comes from an emotionally balanced place and creates a positive environment. Creating self-awareness gives you better social skills which allow you to be more clear about your intentions.

Awareness of Others' Accomplishments

Self-awareness also allows you to motivate yourself and manage yourself better. Having the ability to manage yourself effectively helps you to lead and motivate others in the same way. Giving praise to another and acknowledging their behaviors that are valued in your organization creates a work environment and culture of gratitude. To be seen is to be heard, and to be heard is to be seen. We all love to be heard and seen, right?

Purposeful Time Management

Your mindset throughout your day-to-day routine is what sets the intention for how it will go. Being intentional is about being purposeful, and being purposeful with your time is key to having a successful day. The goals you have in the workplace require certain priorities, relationships, and collaborations that will help you achieve the results you want. By being mindful of your time management (and the time of others), you will achieve your goals in the simplest, easiest, and fastest way possible.

Emotional intelligence and the emotions behind your intentions play important roles in success within the workplace and within yourself. To be intentional is to be action-oriented, and those actions are most effective when they come from a place of clarity. It builds a positive mindset, helps you become more present in the moment, making you a better leader.

As a leader, you set the standard for what is expected of yourself and others. When you show up from a place of clarity and purpose, your intentions are clear and purposeful. If you're looking for guidance on how to be a more effective and intentional leader, contact us today!