Emotional intelligence, leadership and gender: a systematic revies using the proknow-C methology

Abstract

Objective:The objective of this study is to conduct a systematic review of the literature along three axes: emotional intelligence, leadership and gender. Theoretical Framework:This topic introduces key concepts and theories relating to emotional intelligence, leadership and gender, providing a solid foundation for understanding the context of the research. Method:The methodology adopted for this research is based on the Constructivist Knowledge Development Process (Proknow-C), which allows a literature review to be structured in order to select theoretical references and build the necessary knowledge. Results and Discussion:The result was a portfolio of fifteen relevant articles, in line with the objective of the study, which made it possible to identify the main approaches to the issue and to establish the knowledge base from which to define future lines of research. Research Implications:This work is useful to the academic community in that it brings together relevant and significant research on the three axes considered: emotional intelligence, leadership and gender. On the other hand, it is hoped that the results of this work will also be useful from a practical point of view. In particular, it is hoped that organisations will reflect on how to design andimplement good practices that promote and encourage leadership styles with a dose of emotional intelligence and gender sensitivity as an effective model for the management of human capital in organisations. Originality/Value:This study contributes to the literature by conducting a systematic review of the literature on emotional intelligence, leadership and gender using the Proknow-C methodology. The findings may have implications for the performance and success of organisations led by emotionally intelligent women and men