Editing Human intelligence (section)

== Motivational intelligence ==

Motivational intelligence refers to an individual's capacity to comprehend and utilize various motivations, such as the need for achievement, affiliation, or power. It involves understanding tacit knowledge related to these motivations. This concept encompasses the ability to recognize and appreciate the diverse values, behaviors, and cultural differences of others, driven by intrinsic interest rather than solely to enhance interaction effectiveness.<ref>{{cite journal | url=https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/097226290801200108?journalCode=visa | doi=10.1177/097226290801200108 | title=Emotional Intelligence from 17th Century to 21st Century: Perspectives and Directions for Future Research | year=2008 | last1=Sharma | first1=Radha R. | journal=Vision: The Journal of Business Perspective | volume=12 | pages=59–66 | s2cid=147002939 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1986-00947-001 | title=APA PsycNet }}</ref>

Research suggests a relationship between motivational intelligence, international experiences, and leadership. Individuals with higher levels of motivational intelligence tend to exhibit greater enthusiasm for learning about other cultures, thereby contributing to their effectiveness in cross-cultural settings. However, studies have also revealed variations in motivational intelligence across ethnicities, with Asian students demonstrating higher cognitive cultural intelligence but lower motivational intelligence compared to other groups.<ref>{{Cite journal |url=https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=d087933e71281946da7be9c6f43195a23c6e5c45 |last1=Duff |first1=A. J. |last2=Tahbaz |first2=A. |last3=Chan |first3=C. |date=2012 |title=The interactive effect of cultural intelligence and openness on task performance |journal=Research & Practice in Human Resource Management |volume=20 |issue=1 |pages=1–12 |quote=motivational intelligence refers to the level of enthusiasm in learning about other cultures. Motivational intelligence in essence is the intrinsic interest one has in learning about the different values and behaviours of another, not merely for enhancing the effectiveness of the interaction, but out of pure interest in recognising and understanding cultural differences**.**}}</ref>

Investigations have explored the impact of motivational intelligence on job motivation. A study conducted on employees of Isfahan Gas Company indicated a positive and significant relationship between motivational intelligence and two of its indicators, namely adaptability and social relationship, with job motivation. These findings highlight the potential influence of motivational intelligence on individuals' motivation levels within work contexts.<ref>{{Cite journal |url=https://edu.bojnourd.iau.ir/article_518744.html?lang=en |title=The Relationship Between Motivational Intelligence And Job Motivation Of Isfahan Gas Company Employees |first1=sohela |last1=sajede |first2=hamid |last2=atashpour |first3=safura |last3=sherani |first4=saeideh |last4=landarani |journal=Scientific Journal of Education Research |volume=3 |issue=12 |pages=1–12 |date=January 2016}}</ref>

Motivational intelligence has been identified as a strong predictor, superseding knowledge intelligence, [[behavioral intelligence]], and strategic intelligence. It holds a crucial role in promoting cooperation, which is considered the ideal and essential element of motivational intelligence.
Therapeutic approaches grounded in motivational intelligence emphasize a collaborative partnership between the therapist and client. The therapist creates an environment conducive to change without imposing their views or attempting to force awareness or acceptance of reality onto the client.<ref>{{cite journal | url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1749772820300324 | doi=10.1016/j.ece.2020.05.003 | title=Cultural intelligence of chemical engineering students: A demographics study | year=2020 | last1=Beneroso | first1=D. | last2=Alosaimi | first2=N. | journal=Education for Chemical Engineers | volume=32 | pages=32–39 | s2cid=219495763 }}</ref>

Motivational intelligence encompasses the understanding of motivations, such as achievement, affiliation, and power, as well as the appreciation of cultural differences and values. It has been found to impact areas such as international experiences, leadership, job motivation, and cooperative therapeutic interventions.<ref>{{cite journal | url=https://compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1751-9004.2012.00429.x | doi=10.1111/j.1751-9004.2012.00429.x | title=Sub-Dimensions of the Four Factor Model of Cultural Intelligence: Expanding the Conceptualization and Measurement of Cultural Intelligence | year=2012 | last1=Van Dyne | first1=Linn | last2=Ang | first2=Soon | last3=Ng | first3=Kok Yee | last4=Rockstuhl | first4=Thomas | last5=Tan | first5=Mei Ling | last6=Koh | first6=Christine | journal=Social and Personality Psychology Compass | volume=6 | issue=4 | pages=295–313 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal |url=http://www.lifesciencesite.com/lsj/life1001s/001_10686life1001s_1_7.pdf |title=Relationships between Cultural Intelligence and Academic Members' Effectiveness in Roudehen University |first1=Banafsheh Ziaey |last1=Nikpour |first2=Hassan |last2=Shahrakipour |first3=Samad |last3=Karimzadeh |journal=Life Science Journal |date=2013 |volume=10 |issue=1s |quote=This indicated that cultural intelligencequestionnaire is useful to assess cultural intelligence. Results of regression analysis indicated that four variables were statistically significant. Motivational intelligence appeared as the strongest predictor, follows by knowledge intelligence, behavioral intelligence and strategic intelligence.}}</ref>