Role Of Self-Management as a Component of Emotional Intelligence – With Special Reference to It Industry in Bangalore City

Abstract

Purpose –Self management is an imperative component of emotional intelligence. The purpose of the study is to identify the most important dynamics which contribute to self-management at workplace with special reference to IT industry as knowledge workers are the most vulnerable to stress and related issues.

Design/ methodology/ Approach – Exploratory research carried out with a sample size n=120 from the IT industry in Bangalore city, Convenient sampling technique is used and a structured questionnaire is administered to the respondents. Exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling are used to identify the factors under each of the construct for self-management.

Findings –  Self-motivation, self-control, self-knowledge, self-expression, personal adequacy and work efficiency are factors influencing Self-Management in IT employees. Each of these aspects of self-management is effective for the employees of the IT sector. Together, they help those in positions of responsibility to seize the essence of their work roles, the ability to understand and manage change, as well as make useful contributions in organizations.

Originality value – The findings of the study can facilitate to formulate a scale for measuring Self-management as part of Emotional intelligence at the IT industry. Self-management is one of the EI skills that determines emotional regulation or control, impulse control, flexibility and determination to succeed. This again supports the notion of self-esteem across various theories and empirical findings in mental health, education, and organizational context. Consequently, self-management strategy can enhance personal and professional results and show the need for intervention and training programs. More research should be done annually on the processes of self-management and the outcome with different groups of employees and in various settings.