Marketing
August 19, 2019
Emotionally intelligent organizations offer strong customer experiences. Image credit: Four Seasons
By Sarah Ramirez
Many brands continue to underestimate the importance of emotional intelligence despite the positive impact it can have on a company’s bottom line, according to a new report from Harvard Business Review.
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