Richard E Boyatzis

Richard E. Boyatzis is a distinguished professor of organizational behavior, psychology, and cognitive science at Case Western Reserve University. He is best known for his groundbreaking research in emotional intelligence, behavior change, and competence. Boyatzis has authored more than 150 articles and books on leadership, emotional intelligence, and organizational change.

His influential work includes the co-authorship of 'Primal Leadership' with Daniel Goleman and Annie McKee, which explores how leaders can achieve success by harnessing the power of emotional intelligence. Boyatzis’ research has contributed significantly to understanding how leadership styles are linked to personal and organizational effectiveness.

Boyatzis also focuses on the development and assessment of emotional intelligence competencies and their impact on leadership. His teachings and writings emphasize the importance of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management in fostering leadership that can drive positive change and performance in organizations.

Books

Primal Leadership, With a New Preface by the Authors: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence