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Improve your life and work with emotional intelligence.
Our mission is growing the world’s
Emotional Intelligence
Six Seconds supports people and organizations to learn, measure and practice emotional intelligence.
From families to schools to Fortune 500 companies, our goal is 1 billion people practicing the skills of emotional intelligence.
Emotional intelligence for: Business Education Coaching Personal Growth Nonprofit Parenting
Emotional Intelligence is being smarter with feelings.
Learn how to practice emotional intelligence for better relationships, stronger wellbeing, greater effectiveness, and a higher quality of life.
We’ve got people problems.
Most of the world’s challenges aren’t due to a lack of data or technical skills, they’re emotional and relational. Stress and complexity are on the rise, and wellbeing & employee engagement are falling. It’s time for more people-skills.

Emotional intelligence is the solution.
Research links emotional intelligence to life success, including critical success factors like relationships, effectiveness, wellbeing, and quality of life. It’s the foundation of healthy people, families, schools, communities and organizations.
Emotional intelligence for: Business Education Coaching Personal Growth Nonprofits Parenting
Why Six Seconds?
Six Seconds is the complete solution for emotional intelligence. With a suite of validated assessment tools, a transformational learning methodology, supportive community and 25 years of experience, we are here to help you solve your most pressing problems.

“Six Seconds is more than an organization with excellent resources and training programs. It is a community that has supported my work, my world and my purpose. It is a movement that is essential to the survival of humanity and is actually making a difference. I am honored to learn, work and be a part of this community.
“The leadership and mentorship of Six Seconds’ instructors are top notch…. What I have learned through their programs will forever impact me personally and professionally. Thank you!”
How We Can Support You
Grow your emotional intelligence with our global community of practitioners.

Resources & eLearning
Learn emotional intelligence from the comfort of your home or office and be who you want to be.

Tools & Assessments
Explore Six seconds’ suite of validated emotional intelligence tools for individuals and groups.

Certification Courses
Jumpstart your personal or organizational growth by investing in emotional intelligence.

Events
Join us online or in-person to experience our diverse, committed community of change makers.

Case Studies
Read case studies of Six Seconds tools & methods transforming organizations for the better.

Partnerships
Long-term, impactful partnerships are central to achieving our mission. Will you join us?
Our Blog
Read the latest articles from Six Seconds.
How Much Is Low Emotional Intelligence Costing Your Organization?
Low emotional intelligence ultimately results in lost productivity, higher turnover, and lower revenue. Here’s how to break the cycle.
3 Neuroscience Tips to Coach Like a Vacation – Coaching with Emotional Intelligence
Did you know that people are much more likely to change habits when they are on vacation? From the neuroscience of change & uncertainty, 3 tips to improve coaching with emotional intelligence
Is Your Management Style Outdated? 4 Techniques to Manage Employee Emotions More Effectively
Managing employees is more complicated than ever. The increased emotional complexity requires emotional intelligence skills to navigate.
How Much of the $1.8T Are You Losing? 4 Steps to Increase Engagement and Reduce Turnover with Emotional Intelligence
Stop wasting money and learn how to leverage emotional intelligence for better results. Here’s a 4-step plan to get started.
How Are You Feeling About Feelings? Coaching with Emotional Intelligence
EQ Coaches value all emotions as resources that provide insight and energy. But that doesn’t mean we “make” clients talk about feelings. In fact, often words get in the way of understanding emotions.
EQ Coaching Insights: are lazy coaches better?
As emotional intelligence coaches, should we “work harder” — or will be more effective following the ‘lazy coaching’ trick?