Book excerpt: Social Intelligence is the new buzzword in the psychology of relationships. Studies show that people have a basic need to connect with each other on dozens of levels, often simultaneously. Just as 'intellectual' intelligence is the way we relate to knowledge and emotional intelligence to our own feelings, social intelligence tells how successful we are at making connections and maintaining relationships at home, work, or in any number of social settings. It requires self knowledge and practice to strengthen your Social IQ. Now, Greg Koregeski shows us how to strengthen our social IQ to succeed in every aspect of our lives in his The Complete Idiot's Guide To Enhancing Your Social IQ. Beginning with a series of short quizzes that will tell you how strong your Social IQ in specific situations, each chapter explains how to enhance your ability to create and sustain mutually enriching relationships, make friends and help build a rich social network.