Question

Literature review between Emotional Intelligence and Life Satisfaction between Generation-X and Millennials

Answer 1

The term Emotional Intelligence (EI) was given by psychologist Daniel Goleman in 1995. Emotional intelligence refers to the individual’s ability to regulate and manage one’s emotions so that the feelings are expressed appropriately and adequately. EI is composed of 5 characteristics such as a) self-Awareness: it is the ability to realize one’s strengths and weaknesses and are aware of how their actions affect others. They are able to learn from constructive criticism well. B) Self-Regulation: ability to control, regulate and express one’s emotions well. C) Motivation: individuals with high EI are resilient, self-motivated and are driven by inner ambition rather than by external influences such as fame, prestige, money. D) Empathy: receptive to others feelings and able to connect with them on an emotional level. E)Social skills: able to interact with others and develop respect from them.

Generation X - born 1965 – 1980 and Generation Y, born 1981 – 2000

• According to a study conducted by Dipl.-Kfm. (univ.) Markus Kraus in 2017, they sought at finding out the preferred emotional leadership style among gen X and gen Y. The data was collected by using an online survey across different organizations to find the differences in the emotional leadership style preferences of Generation X and Y. The results revealed that there were similarities between Generation X and Y with respect to work factors and work values. However, the results of the empirical part showed statistically significant differences between these generational cohorts about the visionary leadership style, which is preferred by Generation Y.
• In a study conducted by Akduman et al., 2016 , they assessed the Emotional intelligence among different generations. The scale of Emotional intelligence by Chan (2006) E112 scale was used. In this study, there is a no significant difference about emotional intelligence in different generation.
• According to an article published by talentsmart, they analyzed 6000 people on EI and found that there is a sizeable difference in the core emotional intelligence skill of self-management. According to the article, self management increases with age and the gen y needs to learn to develop this skill on self-management.

It's well known that Gen Y and Gen Z have developed up within the computerized age where innovation gives a stage for moment satisfaction in all aspects of life. Within the tap of a tablet or click of a mouse-one has get to communication, data, products and administrations. The advanced age has made life simple for all eras, not fair Gen Y and Gen Z. In any case, developing up amid the advanced age, stuck to Facebook, Instagram and communicating primarily by means of content, moment message or other electronic stages has made a potential hole in interpersonal aptitudes. Missing face-to-face interaction makes learning enthusiastic insights troublesome. Each generation grew up in a different time with different values and thus there may exist minor differences. However, the research revealed mixed results where some studies indicated minor differences in EI among gen x and gen y whilst other studies found no such differences.

According to a study conducted by Dawson Alene 2011, most of the Americans between the age group of 30-50 which comprises the gen x are happy and active in their life. The study revealed that the gen x have matured into becoming tech savvy and they pursue more hours in pursuing an education. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 meaning very happy, the median happiness score was 8, thus claiming that they are very happy.