MG+M The Law Firm Chief Operating Officer Chris McDevitt published a Law.com article about the importance of emotional intelligence (EI) to ensure continued success and longevity at law firms.
In the article, he discusses how to use EI as a business tool, the added impact it can have when adopted by firm leadership and four primary components of EI:
- Self-awareness
- Self-regulation
- Self-motivation
- Social skills
“While the adoption of EI in the legal industry is particularly important because the law is a collaborative business that is relationship-driven, EI is also a pillar of diversity, equity and inclusion,” he writes. “By focusing on developing empathy, reducing unconscious bias, creating an inclusive culture and improving mindfulness, more diverse teams form and flourish. Building a culture in which all team members feel valued in their work and have an equal opportunity for success creates a positive and cohesive work environment that attracts and retains diverse talent.”
