Senator Buruji Kashamu Is A Proven Emotionally Intelligent Political Leader Of Note

When asked to define the ideal political leader, many would emphasize traits such as intelligence, toughness, determination, and vision—the qualities traditionally associated with leadership. Such skills and smarts are necessary but insufficient qualities for the leader.

Often left off the list are softer, more personal qualities—but they are also essential. Although a certain degree of analytical and technical skill is a minimum requirement for success, studies indicate that emotional intelligence may be the key attribute that distinguishes outstanding performer from those who are merely adequate.

Senator Buruji Kashamu in recent times has proved emotional intelligence is an important factor in leadership.

Numerous studies have shown a positive relationship between emotionally intelligent leadership and follower satisfaction, retention, and performance. As political leaders become more aware of this, they are looking for ways to recruit and promote from within people that are strong in emotional intelligence.This is simply what Senator Buruji Kashamu believed in SPBK high level of emotional intelligence distinguishes him from leaders who are merely adequate.

Here are five factors that distinguishes Senator Buruji Kashamu from mere adequate leaders:

1. SELF-AWARENESS

The basis of any degree of emotional intelligence is awareness of our own emotions, what causes them, and how we react to them. Leaders who are more aware are able to develop skills that will help them manage their own emotions, allowing them to respond more effectively to situations that come up.

Instead of reacting to their emotions, Senator Buruji Kashamu is able to engage their thinking capacity to come up with better decisions.Mere adequate Leaders who react from their emotions without filtering them can severely damage relationships and increase mistrust amongst their followers.

2. AWARENESS OF OTHERS

The more self-awareness that leaders have, the higher will be their awareness of the emotions of others around them.

Having an awareness of emotions, how they are created, and how they influence people will allow them not to take emotions of others, such as anger.

Sen. Buruji Kashamu high level of emotional intelligence avail him the opportunity of less likely to jump to conclusions or judgment, SPBK is more likely to get to the root of issue and the cause of strong emotional reactions of others.Mere adequate self awareness political leaders usually jump into conclusions and judgement.

3. LISTENING SKILLS

Most people fall into the habit of thinking of a response, while others are speaking instead of actively listening. Emotionally strong leader like Senator Buruji Kashamu avoid that trap, realizing that he need to understand not only the content of what others are saying, but also pick up the feelings behind the words that are being spoken.

The emotions behind the words are often more important than the words spoken. It is only when those emotions are acknowledged that people feel that they are being heard. Often complaints are about situations that leaders can do little to change. People are often aware of that, but still have the need to feel heard.

Senator Buruji Kashamu as an emotionally intelligent leader listen to his followers and by doing so he is able to connect with them on a deeper level.This was evident during the last general elections as SPBK defeated his opponent Mr. Dapo Abiodun in his polling unit,ward and local government with a wide margin. SPBK is not only connected to the masses,he is connected to them at a cordial and deeper level.

4. AWARENESS OF EMOTIONAL ATMOSPHERE

Senator Buruji Kashamu is not only aware of what is going on with his people in one-to-one conversations, SPBK is able to pick up the mood and feelings of their political environment. Tuned in emotionally, he is aware of the many factors that can influence the feelings of his followers.

It is important that political leaders are able to stay tuned in to the emotions of their followers and effectively communicate that to their people.

5. ABILITY TO ANTICIPATE REACTIONS AND RESPOND EFFECTIVELY

Senator Buruji Kashamu emotional intelligent skills makes him to anticipate how his people are likely to react to situations and don’t wait until after the damage is done to respond. If SPBK is aware a not too pleasant news is coming, SPBK do what he can to openly respond to it before they happen.

Realizing that rumors can quickly spread and cause more damage than the actual event, Senator Kashamu rely upon his emotional and social skill to help followers and the masses through these times.

Emotional intelligent leaders should be able to think ahead,listen carefully and be attuned to the emotional tone of his followers.

If Nigeria had more emotionally intelligent political leaders of note like Senator Buruji Kashamu,it would be a much more better place to live.

Oyejide Sunkanmi (Suco)
Public Affair Analyst
Ibara/Onisasa Ward 16
Abeokuta North Local Government
Ogun State, Southwest Nigeria.