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While IQ Might Get You Through the Door, It’s EQ That Will Get You a Seat at the Big Table

You’ve probably heard it before: intelligence opens doors. High IQ scores are often celebrated, and in many cases, they can indeed be the ticket that gets you noticed in your career. They might help you ace exams, dazzle in interviews, and secure that coveted job offer. But once you’re through the door, once you’re sitting at the table, it’s not just your IQ that matters. It’s your EQ—your emotional intelligence—that will determine whether you get to stay at that table, or better yet, whether you earn a seat at the big table where real decisions are made.

Let’s break it down.

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