M1A1 Module 1 Discussion Board: Contingency Thinking A* Topics & Questions for Discussion (answer both): 1. Explain by example how a manager might use contingency thinking in the management process. 2 . What is emotional intelligence, and why is it an important component of one's management skills? Note: To maximize scoring, include some citation from textbook and other resources. See IRSC Library w/ APA tab for assistance if need be; note that IRSC Librarians are faculty and gladly teach citation method. Do not copy-and-paste from the web. However, please consider copy-and-pasting your original writing from a word document, in order to properly proofread. Use separate paragraphs too. Writing well is an important business skill to hone. Let the course instructor know if you have any questions or concerns. Directions: Submit an initial answer to the discussion board by Thursday before weekend module is due. Your initial answer(s) to the question should be a minimum of 175-200 words. You will need to respond to a peer's posting by Sunday of the weeken the module is due. You must post first to see other responses. Your peer reply needs to add value to the discussion (not just a "...nice job" comment) and it should be a minimum of one paragraph, with at least 50 words. TIP: See Course Message inbox for info & hints on this posting's topic! A... Discussion Board Rubric MAN2021.pdf AV > : ...lets you see how to maximize grading. Thank you