ANALYSIS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EI (EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE) AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE IN THE ACCOUNTING SECTOR IN ROMANIA

This study explores the relationship between emotional intelligence and organizational culture within knowledge workers in the financial-accounting sector in Romania. The main objective is to understand how the development of Emotional Intelligence (EI) influences the performance of employees/teams and consequently the performance of the organization. The study utilizes an empirical research methodology, collecting data through questionnaires applied to a representative sample of professionals in the Romanian financial-accounting sector. The data analysis indicates that better levels of EI are associated with a performance-oriented organizational culture. Results suggest that promoting EI development among employees can improve organizational performance. The findings of the study provide valuable insights for managers in the KIS (Knowledge Intensive Services) sector, highlighting the importance of integrating emotional competencies into organizational development strategies to create more productive work environments.