The dissertation is devoted to the theoretical analysis and generalization of approaches to understanding and studying the psychological features of the emotional intelligence of entrepreneurs in stress-associated conditions. On the basis of the theoretical generalization of domestic and foreign publications, the theoretical and methodological principles of studying the problem of reducing the emotional intelligence of entrepreneurs in stress-associated conditions are determined. It was found that the psychological features of entrepreneurs in stress-associated conditions are part of mental regulation, and the basis for the genesis of reducing emotional intelligence are the components of stable accentuated personality reactions, emotional burnout, and maladaptive coping strategies. Based on the results of the study, a theoretical model of reducing emotional intelligence in stress-associated conditions of activity was built. 240 entrepreneurs were surveyed. 180 entrepreneurs were selected,
whose professional activity in COVID-19 conditions was recognized as stress-associated conditions of activity - study group 1
(DG1) (N=90), study period 2021, and a group of entrepreneurs,
whose professional activity in war conditions was recognized as stress-associated conditions of activity - study group (DG2) (N=90), study period 2022–2023.
By the level and integral indicator of emotional intelligence,
20.0% of DG1 and 28.9% of DG2 had a high level of it with
sufficient skills to be aware of one's emotions and feelings,
to feel responsibility for one's own emotional state; with an average level of 43.3% of DH1 and 43.3% of DH2 had development potential, and with a low level of 36.7% of DH1 and 27.8% of DH2, the need for assistance in developing emotional intelligence was identified (p<0.05). A correlation relationship was found between "emotional awareness" and "recognition of other people's emotions", however, entrepreneurs had a high level of restraint in expressing emotions (p<0.05). In DH2, a reduced ability to manage emotions, low self-motivation, emotional ignorance and low empathy were found (p<0.05), however, entrepreneurs were better at identifying the emotions of others, recognizing and maintaining their emotional state, and expressing and demonstrating their own feelings (p<0.05).
