Program Outcomes

By participating in Your EQ is Showing, you will:

• Understand your EQ strengths and how they show up at work

• Recognize patterns that support—or hinder—your leadership effectiveness

• Apply practical strategies to improve communication, empathy, and resilience

• Lead with greater authenticity, confidence, and team impact

Making the Most of Your Experience

To ensure you get the most out of your Your EQ is Showing experience, we encourage you to take full advantage of each component of the program. Below are a few ways to maximize your participation and learning:

• Complete the EQ-i 2.0 assessment on time. Your personalized report is the foundation of the experience. Completing the assessment during the designated window ensures your results are ready for the workshop.

• Review your EQ-i 2.0 report in advance (if time allows). Familiarizing yourself with your results beforehand will help you engage more deeply during the live session.

• Attend the live virtual workshop prepared to reflect and engage. The session is interactive and designed to connect insights from your report to real workplace scenarios.

• Come with real examples from your day-to-day work. Think about recent conversations, challenges, or leadership moments where emotional intelligence played a role.

• Participate in the Bonus EQ Coaching + Q&A session. This optional session provides additional space to ask questions, deepen your understanding, and receive coaching support.

• Reflect and apply between sessions. Small, intentional actions following the workshop can lead to meaningful shifts in how you lead and communicate.

  Workshop Details 

Virtual Session Calendar Holds 

We understand that calendars tend to fill up quickly, and planning is vital. Please take a moment to click on the link provided below to download the .ics file for all virtual sessions and add them to your calendar. 

See the schedule above for virtual session dates and times. Once downloaded, save the file and follow your calendar application’s guidelines for importing them.

Alternatively, each virtual session can be accessed with the following meeting information:

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EQ Assessment Overview

About the EQ-i 2.0

The EQ-i 2.0 is a globally recognized, scientifically validated emotional intelligence assessment designed to help you understand how emotions – yours and others’ – impact your workplace behaviors. By completing this assessment, you’ll gain insight into how your emotional intelligence shows up in real-life professional scenarios.

What the Assessment Measures

Your results will provide insights into five key areas of emotional intelligence:

• Self-Perception – How well you understand your emotions, strengths, and limitations

• Self-Expression – How effectively you communicate your emotions

• Interpersonal Skills – How you build relationships and show empathy

• Decision Making – How you use emotional information to make choices and solve problems

• Stress Management – How you respond to pressure, change, and emotional challenges

Important Notes

• Plan to spend 15–20 minutes completing the assessment without interruptions.

• On Tuesday, February 24, you’ll receive an email from noreply@mhs.com with the subject line: “NextUp EQ Assessment Request” a link to take the EQ assessment.

• Complete the assessment within the window: February 24 – March 3.

• Answer honestly and intuitively—there are no right or wrong answers. Your true responses provide the most meaningful insights.

EQ-i 2.0 Assessment Report

After completing the EQ-i 2.0 assessment, you will receive a personalized EQ report that provides detailed insights into your emotional intelligence across the five key areas.

What Your Report Includes:

• Overall EQ Score: A summary of your emotional intelligence strengths and areas for growth

• Subscale Scores: Detailed scores for each of the five core areas, highlighting specific skills and tendencies

• Interpretation and Insights: Guidance on how your EQ skills influence your behavior, decision-making, and leadership style

• Actionable Recommendations: Practical tips to enhance your emotional intelligence in personal and professional settings

By  Wednesday, March 4, you’ll receive an email from noreply@mhs.com with your assessment results. You will receive your results within 24-72 hours of the workshop.

Virtual Sessions 

Your EQ is Showing Workshop 

During the session, you’ll participate in a 90-minute facilitated debrief of your EQ-i 2.0 results with Kat Ortiz, I/O Psychologist and certified EQ expert. Together, you’ll uncover patterns in how you show up at work and focus on practical ways to lead with greater intention and impact.

Please note: this session will not be recorded to support a confidential, open, and reflective learning environment.

After the workshop, you’ll receive an interactive workbook to reflect on your EQ results and plan actionable steps for growth.

Live Virtual Session: Thursday, March 5 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET

Bonus EQ Coaching + Q&A

The Bonus EQ Coaching + Q&A session is an interactive group coaching experience designed to deepen your learning and support real-world application of emotional intelligence. The session is intentionally facilitated as a confidential, psychologically safe space, allowing participants to ask questions, share reflections, and explore leadership challenges openly.

Through guided group coaching and discussion, you’ll benefit from both expert facilitation and peer insights while maintaining respect for privacy and discretion. To support this environment, the session will not be recorded.

Live Virtual Bonus Session: Friday, March 13 | 11:00 -12:00 PM ET

Questions or Concerns? 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at learning@nextupisnow.org.   We look forward to seeing you on March 5th!