Emotional intelligence has become a popular buzzword in the early 90's and is now in one of the hottest topics in corporate America. Many of us know that we have emotions, but the development of this knowledge to use it as a benefit in the workplace is another story. As IQ measures your cognitive intelligence EQ measures your emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is the street smarts or common sense in your thinking about your ability to deal successfully with other people, their feelings, and your daily work and social environment.