GCC conference on Human Resources Productivity opens in Salalah
The 2-day conference focuses on four main themes, namely the relationship between emotional intelligence and artificial intelligence in enhancing productivity, the impact of emotional intelligence on occupational health and safety, the role of technology in improving performance, in addition to emotional intelligence as a tool for successful leadership.
The first day's programme included sessions that discussed the role of emotional intelligence in the present and future, and ways to build a work culture based on emotional intelligence. It also featured a discussion session on the experiences of institutions, and interactive workshops that dealt with the use of emotional intelligence in motivation, providing feedback, and enhancing group productivity.
On its second day, the conference will continue with specialized sessions on the relationship between emotional intelligence and artificial intelligence, effective leadership, measuring productivity and ways to develop it, in addition to interactive meetings and dialogues with leaders in the field of human resources development.
The conference is organized by Al Asayel Conferences in cooperation with the Ministry of Labour, the Office of the Governor of Dhofar, and the Dhofar branch of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry,
It aims to raise awareness on the importance of emotional intelligence in work environments and providing practical strategies to enhance productivity, as well as coming up with a platform for exchanging regional and global experiences and expertise.
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