Self-Motivation Drives Us to Achieve
The third skill of emotional intelligence (EQ) that Goleman suggests is that of self-motivation. This skill drives us to achieve beyond our own and everyone else’s expectations. Self-motivation consists of four competencies: achievement drive, commitment, initiative, and optimism. Those with leadership potential display self-motivation through a deep desire to achieve for the sake of achievement, not for some external factor such as a large salary or impressive title.