Improving Young People's Leadership Skills through Emotional Intelligence

This study examines the relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Leadership in Young Adults. A sample of 86 Young Adults residing in Surat city, 48 females and 39 males was collected using convenience sampling. Data was collected using, Standardized Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire – Short Form (TEIQue – SF) and Leadership Practice Inventory. It has been hypothesized that a statistically significant relationship between level of Emotional Intelligence and leadership in Young Adults. The statistical tool used to analyse the data was Correlation and Descriptive Statistics. Data analysis through correlation indicated relationship between level of Emotional Intelligence and Leadership.