As a coach, there are many lenses through which we can look at the same human.
The ELI measures energy: a person's level of consciousness, the attitudinal lens they're looking through in this season of life. It answers the question: Who are you being right now?
The EQ-i 2.0 measures skills: fifteen specific, discrete emotional capacities, and how developed each one is at this moment. It answers a different question: What capacities do you actually have to work with?
In this session, Cindy Gardner and Lisa Kaplin will explore how combining these two lenses can take your coaching deeper, into more experiential territory.
45-MINUTE INFO SESSION
What We'll Cover
What emotional intelligence is
A brief intro to the science behind EQ and what the EQ-i 2.0 assessment measures specifically
Energy vs. skills
Explore the distinction between what the ELI measures (your level of consciousness) vs. the EQ-i 2.0 (specific emotional capacities)
Two lenses, one human
See how combining these frameworks gives you a fuller picture of who your client is being and what they have to work with
A hands-on experience
You'll have a chance to put both lenses into practice together in a live, experiential exercise
A peek into EQ-i 2.0 Certification
Learn what the 2-day certification includes, how it integrates with your iPEC training, and whether it's the right next step for you
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Designed for iPEC Coaches
This free session is for current iPEC students and graduates who want to learn more about the EQ-i 2.0 assessment and how it complements your iPEC training.
Whether you're curious about expanding the assessment s in your coaching toolkit, interested in corporate coaching, or simply want to understand how emotional intelligence and Energy Leadership® work together, this session is for you.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Learn from Experienced iPEC Lead Trainers
Cindy Gardner
MBA, PCC, ELI-MP
Lead Trainer | iPEC Certified Professional Coach | ELI Master Practitioner | ICF PCC
Cindy Gardner brings warmth, humor, and authenticity to everything she does. In addition to holding an M.B.A. from Fairleigh Dickinson University and certifications through the Wharton School of Business and Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Cindy became an iPEC Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership® Index Master Practitioner in 2008.
As an iPEC Lead Trainer, she has guided thousands of coaches through their certification journey. Cindy also facilitates programs at the Happiness Studies Academy and has built her career on empowering others through leadership, mindfulness, and the power of choice.
Lisa Kaplin
CPC, PCC, ELI-MP
Lead Trainer | Psychologist | iPEC Certified Professional Coach | ICF PCC
Lisa Kaplin is a psychologist and iPEC Lead Trainer known for her smart, direct approach to coaching. After running her own therapy practice for nine years, Lisa became an iPEC Certified Professional Coach in 2011, drawn to the empowering, forward-focused nature of coaching.
She specializes in women's empowerment and works with executives and successful professionals navigating relationship and communication challenges. Lisa's philosophy is simple: "It all comes down to choice. What can I control here, and how will I choose to look at this?”
Want to Go Deeper with EQ-i 2.0?
EQ-i 2.0 Certification Program
2-day Live Virtual Training
August 17–18, 2026 | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
Limited to 30 coaches
$2,497 $2,247
Frequently Asked Questions
This program is currently open to iPEC students and graduates. CPC certification is recommended but not required.
The ELI focuses on energy and consciousness, while the EQ-i 2.0 measures emotional intelligence skills. They complement each other for different coaching applications—the ELI is ideal for transformational, awareness-based coaching, while the EQ-i 2.0 is particularly valuable in corporate and leadership development contexts.
A computer with webcam, reliable internet connection, and Zoom access. Mobile devices are not recommended for optimal experience.
Full attendance is required for certification. If you miss a session, you'll need to enroll in a future cohort.
No. This is a live, interactive training, and no replay will be provided.
We cap enrollment at 30 to ensure personalized attention and interaction.
Expand Your Coaching Toolbox with EQ-i 2.0 Certification
Become certified in a globally recognized emotional intelligence assessment, earn 16 ICF CCEs, and add corporate credibility to your coaching toolkit—all in one weekend.
Limited to 30 coaches