Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CQ AND EQ?
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to detect and regulate the emotions of yourself and others. It’s a critical capability needed to work effectively with others. Cultural intelligence (CQ) picks up where emotional intelligence leaves off and allows you to have the social sensibilities and practical skills to work and relate effectively with people from novel cultures.
What services do you offer?
I provide evidence-based, best-practice diversity and inclusion consulting and training solutions for developing a culture of inclusion and innovation in your organisation. My services span advisory, strategy, implementation, diagnostics, and capability-building, all with the singular focus to help clients achieve maximum value.
WHO IS YOUR SERVICES TARGETED AT?
- Business leaders working across cultures and dealing with domestic diversity
- Expats
- Top Management, HR Managers, CSR
- Managers, Diversity & Inclusion
- Managers, Internal & External
- Communication Managers
- Small/medium businesses
- Multicultural teams including virtual teams
- Governmental/educational institutions
- Nonprofit organizations working in international contexts
What is Coaching?
The International Coach Federation (ICF) defines coaching as “Partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.”
WHY QUINTON PRETORIUS?
Quinton lives and breathes diversity and relates exceptionally well to people from diverse backgrounds. His personal story is also a shining example of how one can overcome very difficult circumstances.
He is a highly interactive and probing speaker. He uses stories, humour, multimedia presentations, and immersive exercises to help diverse audiences make the transition from a subjective worldview and interaction style to having a greater appreciation for the complexity of social interactions in multicultural environments.
Some of his achievements include:
- Professional Associate (Gordon Institute of Business Science )
- Director (Heartlines Consulting)
- Director (Cultural Intelligence Africa.)
- Consultant (Columba Leadership)
- Chief Executive Officer (Young & Able)
- Fellow (Clinton Democracy Fellowship)
- Director (YFC)
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