As part of our clinics, we have developed a self-improvement section that will help the umpire identify key areas when on the field. Known as Emotional Intelligence or EQ, we have created this program with a focus on the umpire.
EQ's four disciplines are Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Management. When umpires develop a better understanding of who they are, they become better umpires.
Self-Awareness: Your ability to accurately perceive your own emotions in the moment and understand your tendencies across situations.
Self-Management: Your ability to use your awareness of your emotions to stay flexible and direct your behavior positively.
Social Awareness: Your ability to accurately pick up on emotions in other people and understand what is really going on with them.
Relationship Management: Your ability to use your awareness of your own emotions and those of others to manage interactions successfully.
We have developed EQ programs for umpires and board members. Each workbook has been written with discussion questions, and exercises to encompass various situations to help you better understand the key elements in achieving a win-win.