Part of my daily routine is to engage in the rather frivolous exercise of watching series.  My favorites series and escapism for that matter is the super hero genre.  So my take on superheros is as follows:

• Very few superheros are born into greatness.  There is always an event that brings out the superhero, without the event they would most likely just be like the rest of us.
• Superheros are thinkers, they consider all the options before making the decision to act.
• Superheros consider the impact of their actions on others.
• Superheros make decisions for the greater good.  After all you cant please all of the people all of the time.
• In many cases the superhero is shunned for their action by the masses.
• A superhero’s greatest power is manifested during times of extreme emotion.

So what does this have to do with IQ and EQ or business for that matter?

If you want to be a superhero and a success in life and business, the principles are the same.

• You are not born an entrepreneur.  An event created the space for you to grab this opportunity.  Many people don’t recognize the even or opportunity until it has passed.  So grab the opportunities when presented.
• Always think through the possibilities before making your final decision, consider the council of advisory and team members before making the decision to act, much like superhero teams do.  Once the decision is made, act with conviction.
• Consider all your stake holders, and make the right decision for the greater good of the company and not the individual.
• Sometimes you will be shunned for your actions, especially in times of economic strife.  But remember if the company does not survive nor do the jobs.

The above are all decisions requiring high IQ.  These decisions are calculated ad well thought out.  However, as with our superhero, your greatest acts are going to be made with emotion.  Belief, hope, compassion, empathy, passion and others.

So which is a better decision maker?  I believe neither.  Both are required to make the sustainable company.  We all have both IQ and EQ, some people are stronger in one than the other and this is why having a holistic team approach is best.  Your best decisions will be made when moving towards your purpose (The “why” of your company).  Surround yourself with staff that have the same values as you and your company, and allow for them to challenge you as the owner on the “why” we are making the decision.