Investigating the Role of Emotional Intelligence for Effective Leadership: A Study of School Principals from Urban

Abstract

This study examines how urban school principals use EI to lead. A convenient sampling procedure selected two hundred (200) heads from different institutions in Lahore Pakistan. The study found that urban school administrators' leadership effectiveness depends on EI. High-EQ principals lead schools better, according to the study. They understand and regulate their emotions and those of their staff and students. Effective leaders are better at communication, dispute resolution, and connection building. The study also found that EI increases school principals' job satisfaction. Higher EI makes workers happier. This improves school outcomes. The study also showed that school directors need to be self-aware, have empathy, and have good social skills in order to be good leaders. These skills help school principals succeed. The study suggests that developing EI competencies should be a priority for aspiring school leaders and schools and districts when selecting and training leaders. By developing EI, schools can improve leadership, job satisfaction, and intellectual environment.