A holistic approach to leadership requires knowledge, i.e. intelligence :

• Physical (PQ)
• Intellectual (IQ)
• Emotional (EQ)
• Leadership (LQ)
• Spiritual (SQ)
• ...

IQ and EQ are great things to have in leadership..."But if you want to be respected, you should have LQ-the quotient of love...The brain will be replaced by machines, but machines can never replace your heart." - Jack Ma, Founder, Alibaba.

Intelligence Intelligence/Quotient (IQ)

Most people agree that lifelong learning is the process of raising one's IQ (intelligence quotient) in order to become a better thinker, professional, and person in general. Over the course of maturation, one's personal "wisdom" is greatly influenced by their IQ.

• Continuing Education/Life-long Learning: An ongoing process essential for intellectual growth.
• Change and Maturity: Existence involves change, which leads to personal maturation and self-creation.
• Personal Wisdom: IQ plays a crucial role in developing wisdom throughout life.
• Educational Opportunities: Engaging in higher education, pursuing additional degrees, and improving technical skills are vital.
• Intellectual Exploration: Researching diverse topics like philosophy, religion, symbolism, leadership, and psychology is encouraged.
• Community Engagement: Surrounding oneself with individuals or organizations that promote life-long learning is beneficial.

Emotional Intelligence/Quotient (EQ)

• Importance of EQ: Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is crucial for success in leadership and management.
• Self-Awareness and Self-Management: Focus on enhancing self-confidence, self-control, adaptability, and initiative.
• Social Skills Development: Cultivate empathy and a service-oriented mindset towards others and the organization.
• Relationship Management: Implement practices for inspirational leadership, effective change management, conflict resolution, and teamwork building.

Adversity Intelligence/Quotient (AQ)

Leadership Intelligence/Quotient (LQ)

• Complexity of Modern Leadership: Leading in the 21st Century presents unique challenges due to the rich diversity of team members, making it crucial to adapt leadership styles accordingly.
• Changing Team Dynamics: 20th Century teams were often homogenous and focused primarily on financial success, while 21st Century teams are diverse, encompassing various generations, identities, and work styles.
• Call to Action: Leaders must evolve their practices to align with the complexities and diversities of modern teams to foster an inclusive and effective working environment.

Spiritual Intelligence/Quotient (SQ)

• Wisdom and Compassion: Essential qualities that support spiritual intelligence (SQ) and enable individuals to maintain peace in various situations.
• Self-Understanding: Importance of recognizing one's own worldview, life purpose, and value hierarchy while managing personal ego to connect with the higher self.
• Self-Mastery: Focus on spiritual growth by living in alignment with personal values, purpose, and vision, while maintaining faith and seeking guidance from a higher power.
• Universal Awareness: Acknowledgment of diverse worldviews, the limitations of human perception, and understanding spiritual laws that emphasize interconnectedness.

Cultural or Curiosity Intelligence/Quotient(CQ)

• Relation to Cross-Cultural Competence: The concept of CQ is closely linked to cross-cultural competence, emphasizing the importance of understanding and navigating cultural differences.
• Impact on Organizations: A strong foundation of cultural intelligence fosters a culture of innovation within companies, encouraging inquisitiveness and adaptability.