Why Daniel Goleman Says a High IQ Doesn’t Predict Success

More than two decades ago, New York Times science reporter Daniel Goleman uncovered a little-known theory. He learned that our success is not solely tied to genetics or IQ, but also largely determined by factors like empathy, compassion and other emotional qualities.

Because of this, Daniel says, some of the smartest people don't make the best bosses. Once people reach a certain intellectual threshold, their level of emotional intelligence can drive them to greater heights.

"Do you know what you're feeling? Why you're feeling it?," Daniel asks. "Do you know how to manage those feelings? Do you know what someone else is feeling? Can you put it together and have a good interaction and good relationship? That's every day. Take all of those up a notch. Self-awareness, that's deep reflection. It's journaling. It's meditation. It's turning to the spiritual within you."

Here, Daniel reveals how giving yourself alone time to reflect on your thoughts and actions could increase your emotional intelligence and success.