According to the founders of emotional intelligence (EI) , which intelligence allows you to understand the politics of your own workplace?

A) Self-awareness
B) Kinesthetic intelligence
C) Personal competence
D) Social awareness

Social awareness is the branch of emotional intelligence that deals with understanding the social dynamics and politics of a workplace. It involves being attuned to the emotions and needs of others, recognizing social cues, and having empathy for different perspectives. Self-awareness (A) is about understanding your own emotions and how they affect your behavior. Kinesthetic intelligence (B) refers to the ability to sense and control the movement of your body. Personal competence (C) is a broader category that includes both self-awareness and social awareness, as well as self-management and relationship management.