If you're looking for something you can do in 2 days that could transform how your organisation or clients develop talent, selects leaders, supports mental health and wellbeing, and builds culture from the inside out...
You're in the right place. Let me explain.
25 years ago, I started noticing something strange...
Many business leaders said emotional intelligence was important. But very few were doing anything real about it.
Even fewer had a way to measure it. Hardly anybody knew how to actually develop it. At least correctly.
Credible HR publications espoused the need for embedding Emotional Intelligence into corporate leadership programmes, management training, succession plans and recruitment strategies.
The motivational words weren't backed with anything solid.
And that’s a huge problem — because emotional intelligence really isn’t a "nice to have" anymore - in any organisation.
- EQ is the number one predictor of high-performing leaders.
- And, also the biggest blind spot in many development initiatives.
Healthy Emotional Intelligence does not replace technical competence, expertise and skill. It does though complement it wonderfully well.
That's why I committed to immersing myself in researching, developing and then successfully implementing Emotional Intelligence projects in organisations around the world. Underpinned with a scientifically-validated approach to EQ development.
So what?
Well, the good thing is that if you would like your organisation has the opportunity to achieve a globally recognised, industry-leading Emotional Intelligence Certification, and develop strong in-house capability in this often misunderstood subject...in January 2026.
Become Certified in the Scientifically-Validated EQ Tools
The virtual EQ-i 2.0 Certification programme is not yet another theory-heavy course based around an untested and unproved Model.
In fact, the exact opposite is true.
This is a two-day, science-backed, learn-by-doing certification programme, designed to enable HR and L&D professionals like you to:
✅ Earn two globally recognised certifications – EQ-i 2.0® and EQ360®.
✅ Accurately assess, coach, and develop emotional intelligence in leaders, managers, teams and individuals at every level.
✅ Access tools you can apply immediately to leadership development, succession planning, recruitment, mental health initiatives, onboarding, performance management, coaching, and more.
✅ Escape annual renewal fees – once you’re certified, you're certified for life.
✅ Boost employee engagement, team dynamics and trust.
And no – when you're certified, you won't be left wondering 'So, what do I do now?'. You'll be coached by me personally, to help you roll this out with confidence, competence and skill.
L Wilkie
Head of Leadership Development, Vitality
'I was impressed by Scott's authenticity.
The support he offers before and after certification is beyond the normal scope of a training provider.'
H Heywood
Head of Brands, Kantar
'Scott is an outstanding facilitator.
I came away from the EQi 2.0 certification program with a great deal of insight and ideas.
I highly recommend Scott.'
C Moore
Healthcare Director, Spire Healthcare
'I feel very fortunate to have received my EQ-i 2.0 & EQ 360 Certification training with Scott.
He is extremely engaging and eager to ensure that long term value was delivered to everyone.'
LBG Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
Lloyds Banking Group Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead Martin Roberts appointed Scott to deliver immersive virtual learning sessions for 300+ employees via Zoom to support them through the Lockdown periods.
Here's his feedback.
Certification Event Dates For 25/26
Places are limited so get in touch soon to register your interest.
Current scheduled event dates.
- Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st October. (FULL)
- Thursday 20th & Friday 21st November (2 spaces remain)
- Thursday 29th & Friday 30th January 2026
- Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th February
- Monday 13th & Tuesday 14th April
The Council That Wanted In-House Expertise
Harrogate Borough Council had been using an external company for its Emotional Intelligence training and coaching projects, but developing in-house expertise was the ultimate goal.
Five Organisational Development team members achieved EQ-i 2.0 & EQ 360 Practitioner status with Scott Watson. Here's what Head of Organisational Development has to say about learning with Scott.
Book A ChatExplore The Unique Suite of EQ-i Assessment Tools You'll Access
Leadership Report
Deliver immense value for established and aspiring leaders with this report.
Workplace Report
Bring Emotional Intelligence to life with the Workplace report for any level of employee.
360 Degree Report
Facilitate greater awareness and precision development with this multi-rater report.
R Morle
Head of Talent, Greencore plc
'If you are looking to become certified in Emotional Intelligence I absolutely recommend you speak with Scott Watson.'
S Pegg
E, D & I Lead, The Co-operative Group
'Scott delivered the programme in an interactive, practical and fun way that was great learning.
Definitely recommended.'
G Azab
Improvement Director, Brownlee Cale
'Scott was a great mentor and trainer. He provided valuable insight throughout the course. He is very professional and approachable.'
The World's #1 Communication Expert
Already highly successful entrepreneur Vinh Giang wasn't satisfied with just 'being successful'. He was eager to continue his own learning. See for yourself what he has to say about his coaching collaboration with Scott Watson.
An £8.2 Million Return on Investment?
Absolutely! Bradford & Bingley plc generated a whopping £8.2 million return on its investment in Emotional Intelligence coaching with Scott Watson.
Hear from Service & Sales Director, Richard Clark about how a project which was expected to deliver minimal value delivered so much.
Emeritus Professor John Thompson,
University of East Anglia
'Scott Watson clearly understands how leaders and managers actually learn to improve. His material and arguments are robustly researched, but easy to appreciate and understand.'
Transformed Leadership
Just 8 hours of Emotional Intelligence Coaching over an 8-week period created a significant change and overwhelmingly positive improvement in how this senior leader functioned, operated and communicated.
Coaching can deliver immense value quickly - when you know how.
The Language of Motivation
Do you ever fee like sometimes you're communicating with another person or group and even though you're speaking the same language - it feels like you're on different planets?
Begin to notice how language impacts focus, and how problems can arise.
Places Are Limited
To ensure that you as a learner can benefit from an abundance of personal support throughout your programme, places are limited.
There's no 'false scarcity' here. Just an unswerving commitment from me to you to ensure you achieve so much more than just an exam success.
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Logistics
This industry-leading Emotional Intelligence certification programme is only hosted 4 times each year. There's just 3 being held in 2026.
If you would like to chat through what's involved, how your organisation can benefit from having in-house EQ capability, or anything else - please book a chat with me.
Book A ChatNo Sales Pitch
If it sounds rather 'old school', I'm happy with that. The fact is, I want trusting learners to achieve so much more than pass an exam. Learners deserve to hit the ground running - and deliver real value quickly.
If we chat and I think this programme isn't best for you or your organisation, I'll be honest and tell you. Yes, it does happen!
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