Understanding Emotional Intelligence in School Leadership of Private Schools in Lahore: A Qualitative Exploration

Abstract

“Understanding the Emotional intelligence of school leadership” refers to measure the ability of school leaders regarding their own emotions and how they manage other’s behavior. The qualitative study adopting phenomenological approach to find out the use of Emotional intelligence in school leadership practices. Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted with six private school’s principals in Lahore. The study finds out the ways in which Emotional intelligence competencies help them to perform their role as leaders. The audio-recorded interviews were transcribed and data was analyzed in six stages defined by Creswell, (2014). The findings showed that there is pivotal role of Emotional intelligence in developing positive relationships, have positive impact on subordinates. The findings of the study also indicate the importance of EI integration through training to develop and enhance the leadership abilities of principals. Further, the conclusion of this study emphasizes on further research in different geographical regions to explore the role of EI in the field of education.