The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Effective Leadership: A Review of Contemporary Research

Authors

  • Muhammad Ade Kurnia Harahap Universitas Simalungun
  • Sutrisno Sutrisno Universitas PGRI Semarang
  • Devin Mahendika Universitas Andalas
  • Suherlan Suherlan Universitas Subang
  • Abu Muna Almaududi Ausat Universitas Subang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30603/ab.v19i1.3429

Keywords:

Emotional Intelligence, Effective Leadership, Contemporary, Qualitative

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to understand the role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership more comprehensively and deeply. This research is qualitative in nature. Data collection techniques included listening and recording important information to conduct data analysis through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings of this study conclude that emotional intelligence plays an important role in effective leadership. Leaders who have good emotional intelligence will be better able to manage themselves and others, manage conflict, make wise decisions, and provide appropriate support and motivation to their employees.

Author Biographies

Muhammad Ade Kurnia Harahap, Universitas Simalungun

 

 

Sutrisno Sutrisno, Universitas PGRI Semarang

 

 

Devin Mahendika, Universitas Andalas

 

 

Suherlan Suherlan, Universitas Subang

 

 

Abu Muna Almaududi Ausat, Universitas Subang

 

 

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2023-06-30

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Harahap, M. A. K., Sutrisno, S., Mahendika, D., Suherlan, S., & Almaududi Ausat, A. M. (2023). The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Effective Leadership: A Review of Contemporary Research. Al-Buhuts, 19(1), 354–369. https://doi.org/10.30603/ab.v19i1.3429

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