Emotional Intelligence Maximises Productivity
By Rosh Abidin Yahya

Bandar Seri Begawan - Recently, 30 staff from the Department of Electrical Services, Ministry of Development (MoD) in Temburong were shown the benefits of possessing emotional intelligence in maximising work productivity in a course held at the Government Rest House, Temburong.

Organised by MoD and facilitated by Prestique Training Development, the course, which entitled "Emotional Intelligence in the Development of Dynamic Work Ethics and Behaviour", revealed the need for dynamic minds to control emotion towards maximising work productivity.

Two local lecturers - Zaini Hj Sabtu and Hj Kassim Hj Omar - conducted the one-day course.

The lecturers talked about the necessity of two entities - emotional intelligence and the practice of dynamic work culture - which are much needed by all staff in order to increase office productivity.

"It is vital for workers to be able to control their emotion in order to maximise their productivity to contribute to the overall efficiency of their companies," said the lecturers.

They also advised Muslim workers to increase religious activities such as zikir to purify their hearts so they can concentrate on their daily works.

They said negative characteristics such as jealousy, greed, pride and bad temperament must be erased coworkers only possess positive traits.

"Knowledge and common sense are two important factors in performing tasks to the best of their abilities," they said.

The two reminded participants the need to possess the 11 characteristics as listed in the Guidance for Visions of Public Services in 21st Century, a Brunei Government publication. They also called for participants to question themselves and think creatively, analytically and critically.

"If possible workers must attempt extreme sporting activities as well as to perform expedition and adventure, and play computer games.

"Intelligent workers must be knowledgeable about their surroundings and current affairs by reading books and newspapers.

"They must also participate in seminars and forums, and visit expos and exhibitions as well as to find opportunities so their voices can be heard," they said, adding that workers should think carefully before they execute acts. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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