To be a good leader, you've got to know your people. But what about knowing yourself? Emotional intelligence is more important than ever in connecting with a diverse and changing workforce. So should it be considered when picking the leaders of tomorrow? That's the stance of Bob Tobias, retired professor from American University's Key Executive Leadership program. On the Federal Drive with Tom Temin, he tells Federal News Network's Eric White, just how vital emotional intelligence is for succeeding as a leader.
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