IQ and EQ are two different things often not found in the same individual. IQ is being smart enough to know that something is happening. EQ is being smart enough to be able to convince other humans to do something about it.
High IQ low EQ folks often struggle in careers and life because they’re “right” but can’t get anything done.
The most successful tend to be high-ish IQ but with enough EQ to get things done. Those folks are unstoppable.
High EQ correlates with manipulativeness and sociopathic behavior. So maybe their success can be chalked up to their willingness to sell out and kiss evil's ass.
High IQ low EQ folks often struggle in careers and life because they’re “right” but can’t get anything done.
The most successful tend to be high-ish IQ but with enough EQ to get things done. Those folks are unstoppable.