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Six Seconds supports individuals and organizations to learn, measure and practice emotional intelligence. From families to schools to Fortune 500 companies, our goal is to have 1 billion people practicing emotional intelligence skills.
Emotional intelligence for: Business Education Coaching Personal Growth 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.
9 Ways to Teach A Growth Mindset to Kids
Cultivating a growth mindset has been strongly linked to greater happiness and achievement in life. Here are 9 tips + strategies to give your kids the gift of a growth mindset.
Amadori Case: Engagement, EQ & Performance
In a three-year study of AMADORI, a supplier of McDonald’s in Europe, emotional intelligence, individual performance, organizational engagement, and organizational performance were assessed. Emotional intelligence was found to predict 47% of the variation in manager’s performance management scores. Emotional intelligence was also massively correlated with increased organizational engagement with 76% of the variation in engagement predicted by manager EQ. Finally, plants with higher organizational engagement achieved higher bottom-line results building a link between EQ->Engagement->Performance. During this period, employee turnover also dropped by 63%.
Illuminate: Want Empathy? 3 Phrases To Ask for It
We all need a good listening ear sometimes. But how do we get it when it isn’t offered? Here are three phrases to communicate the need for empathy with others. Try them out!
Illuminate: Perfectionism, Pt 1
Perfectionism is the excessive fear of making mistakes. This week, I invite you to pay attention to how perfectionism, or the fear of making mistakes, shows up in your life.
What Is The Root Belief of Your Perfectionism?
No one loves making mistakes, but some of us are more afraid of making a mistake than others. If you are one of these people, take a mindful moment to better understand where your fear comes from.
Accountable Communication: 4 Questions to Ask
Make clear commitments without wiggle room and you will empower yourself and others.