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Emotional intelligence in teams: Development and initial validation of the short version of the Workgroup Emotional Intelligence Profile (WEIP-S)

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 February 2015

Peter J Jordan  and
Sandra A Lawrence
Peter J Jordan
Affiliation:
Centre for Work Organization and Wellbeing, Griffith University, Nathan QLD, Australia
Sandra A Lawrence
Affiliation:
Centre for Work Organization and Wellbeing, Griffith University, Nathan QLD, Australia
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Abstract

Research reveals that emotional intelligence is an important factor in predicting performance in teams. In this article, we initially outline a theoretical model for examining emotional intelligence in teams. Using this model, we test a short version (16 items) of the self-report Workgroup Emotional Intelligence Profile (WEIP). Evidence from three studies supports this model. Two samples of 620 and 217 employees support the hypothesized structure of the WEIP-S. Four distinct constructs were derived: Awareness of own emotions; Management of own emotions; Awareness of others' emotions; and Management of others' emotions. The WEIP-Short Version (WEIP-S) scale, therefore, is based on abilities that are vital during the interaction of team members. Data from 99 employees provide evidence of test–retest stability for the WEIP-S across three time periods. Limitations and potential uses in management research for this short-version scale are discussed.

Keywords

emotionsemotional intelligenceemotional awarenessemotional managementteamsmeasurement
Type
Research Article
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Journal of Management & Organization , Volume 15 , Issue 4 , September 2009 , pp. 452 - 469
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press and Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management 2009

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