The Correlation Between Emotional Intelligence and Firm Profitability: Preliminary Evidence from the North Macedonia

The relationship between emotional intelligence and financial performance in the context of North Macedonia can be beneficial not only to scholars, but also to business decision makers. Thus, the aim of this paper is to fill that gap through an examination whether there is a statistical correlation between emotional intelligence measured among managers and the profitability of their companies, using data collected in North Macedonia. By understanding this relationship, we hope to put light on whether emotional intelligence is just a personal skill, or a genuine strategic asset that firms should invest in.