The smart new way to get hired : use emotional intelligence and land the right job / Lisa Caldas Kappesser ; with a foreword by Steven J. Stein.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Emotional intelligence: understand your job search advantage -- Building blocks: connect your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors -- Self-awareness: know who you are for a true job search edge -- Self-management: find focus and maintain motivation -- Social awareness: empathize with employers and make the most of opportunities -- Social skills: communicate and collaborate to succeed in the job search -- EQ answers to interview questions: impress employers and get the job -- Job search obstacles: overcome them with EQ -- EQ and your new job: use it or lose it.

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) has been found to be a better predictor of success than IQ. This book explains how to identify and grow your EQ to make good career choices, find the best job, and get the best offer.