Skill Building Research Articles

Delinquency among University Students and Parenting Attitudes in Kenya

Despite the heavy investment in education that the Kenya Government makes each year, delinquent behavior among University students continue to affect the goals of effective training and skill building. This undermines efforts at poverty alleviation and wealth creation in the country. Emerging evidence suggests that there is a correlation between University students’ demeanor and parenting behaviour in Kenya today. At a tender age of 17 many young people are thrust into the independent University world and left to fend for themselves emotionally and even physically. This invariably leads to delinquent behavior such as drug abuse and prostitution. Studies in Kenya have not fully explored the effects of parental attitude, behavior as well as the family structure on adolescent delinquent behavior. To fill this gap in knowledge, he current study has sought to explore the relationship between parental behavior, attitudes and delinquent behavior among University students in Kenya. This study has adopted a correlational study design as well as a desk review methodology. The paper recommends that family-centric intervention measures be put in place. Factors such as sensitization on the critical role the that the family structure plays in combating delinquency, strengthening of the parental role, discouraging divorce and encouraging parental involvement in the education of their children in the University must remain central.

An Interactive Allyship and Privilege Workshop for Trainees in Medicine.

Despite growing efforts to increase diversity in recruitment and to teach principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), representation of individuals underrepresented in medicine continues to fall short. This demonstrates a need for efforts that target the work environment and culture to increase retention alongside existing recruitment initiatives. We designed this interactive allyship workshop with a focus on building skills necessary for being an ally that has been missing in existing allyship curricula. This workshop was led by multidepartmental faculty with experience in DEI training. Participants engaged in a number of interactive activities to reflect on their own identities and privilege and practiced ways to engage in difficult conversations. Prior to the workshop, participants completed a survey that was repeated at the workshop's completion to evaluate their perspective change and understanding of allyship. We also collected responses to a self-reflective exercise during the workshop. Participants included 68 anesthesia and surgery attendees, 53 of whom (78%) completed the postsurvey. Participants strongly agreed that this workshop was important to the workplace and medical training. Themes from the self-reflective exercises included endorsement of sponsorship and mentorship activities, community support, and advocacy. Interactive skill-building activities are important and effective at helping trainees develop as allies. Long-term follow-up is needed to assess longitudinal knowledge retention and translation into behavioral change to create a more inclusive and supportive work environment.

"Becoming a Person Who Does Self-Care": How Health Care Trainees Naturalistically Develop Successful Self-Care Practices.

Self-care is an ethical imperative for health professionals as it can mitigate the adverse effects of stress on professional functioning and health. Yet, there tends to be a lack of self-care among healthcare trainees and an insufficient focus on self-care in medical education. The objective of this study was to develop a grounded theory of how health trainees become successful self-care users. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 students in a variety of healthcare disciplines. Data were analyzed using grounded theory methodology. Health trainees underwent 4 iterative phases to become successful at self-care: Having a Wake-Up Call, Building Skills, Gaining Confidence, and Building an Identity. Our model also explained why some trainees were unsuccessful at developing self-care practices. We offer the first theory to explain how health trainees develop effective self-care habits. Understanding how self-care practices naturalistically develop has critical implications for developing interventions and curricula: By basing curricula about self-care on knowledge of what works, we have an opportunity to be more successful as educators. Indeed, other researchers have noted a lack of success in self-care and anti-burnout interventions for healthcare professionals. We conclude by discussing implications and recommendations for medical training and curriculum for health professions, including augmenting naturally occurring processes, linking self-care to personalized values, providing opportunities for deliberate practice, focusing on persistence with self-care, and faculty promotion and acceptance of trainee self-care.

Computational Thinking in Diverse and Inclusive Preschool Settings – Cracking the Code

Abstract: Computational Thinking is a fundamental skill just as reading, writing and mathematics. It involves the development of higher-order thinking skills, such as problem-solving, and borrows from computer-science methods like the concepts of abstraction and decomposition. In the context of young populations, preferences, adoption, encouragement, and sensitization, are relevant to the development of Computational Thinking attitudes and skills. The present study was designed to explore how Computational Thinking can be integrated into a typical curriculum, considering the notions of inclusion and diversity. Thirty children (aged 4-6 years) from diverse ethnical backgrounds participated in a Hidden Treasure Hunt learning activity which was distinct by the absence of explicit instructions. Previous research show that while significant emphasis is often placed on the cognitive aspects of Computational Thinking, the affective and emotional dimensions are frequently overlooked. This study underscores the importance of not only imparting knowledge and building skills but also the role of attitudes and emotions in nurturing an environment for discovery and higher-order thinking abilities development in young children.

Functional Vocational Education for Youth Empowerment in Nigeria

Nigeria is fast becoming a predominantly youthful nation beset with high rate of unemployment. It therefore becomes pertinent to train the youths in Vocational Education especially textile practice, to tackle the unemployment problem which has reached an alarming proportion. Youth empowerment is geared towards equipping youths with skills for self-employment and nation building. The rate of unemployment and underemployment among Nigerian youths and graduates is on increase, paving way to crime and poverty. Though, the Federal government, International organizations and Non-governmental organizations have programmes on youth empowerment to reduce the problem of unemployment in Nigeria, but it seems that the expected results of these programmes could not be seen. This study identifies the factors militating against the functionality of vocational education in Nigeria and recommendations towards reducing the problem of unemployment and increase the economic growth of the nation are made.

Team and leadership training in medical students

The effectiveness of health care depends on core knowledge and competencies such as professional approach, team building, and leadership skills. A qualified doctor has to be a member of the health-care team and a leader of the health-care team at times. The ability to adapt as a team member and lead the team are two different roles to which medical students should be exposed at the beginning of the course. Medical students are subjected to a foundation course in their 1st year, which includes various topics such as ethics, professionalism, and team and leadership skills. However, these students are young adults directly entering medical college from school, and specific topics can be sensitized in a gamified/activity-oriented mode to improve learning. This review focuses on these gamified/activity-oriented methods to teach team and leadership skills to students straight from school.

Building Research Skills Using Digital Educational Technologies

Change in social demands requires knowledge and skills that can be applied across disciplines. Professionals who can analyse problems, think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, and take leadership are essential to meet new challenges in today's society. In this context, not only the area of expertise is important, but also the ability to think and learn, communicate and collaborate. Tackling complex interdisciplinary challenges requires professionals trained in creative thinking, problem solving, self-learning, team building, and other high skills. Among them, research skill is obligatory. Its development is important especially for future teachers. The ability to find new information and apply new methods for teaching children in school forms an integral part of the teacher's competence. In the context of distance learning, the development of such skills is fulfilled using digital technologies. The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of digital technologies on the development of research skills of future primary school teachers. In this study, methods such as analysis, synthesis, survey, and case study were used. The study was conducted in the context of online learning at the Faculty of Pedagogy by students of the educational programme 6 В01 301 "Pedagogy and methods of primary education" based on the Buketov Karaganda State University. This study found that students acquired research and creative thinking skills through an open interprofessional distance learning course with digital adoption. This will increase the effectiveness of training and develop a new programme with the inclusion of digital technologies for higher educational institutions of the country.

Artificial intelligence and financial decisions: Empirical evidence from developing economies

Recent technological advancements are endless and have had a profound influence on everyone in every part of life throughout the preceding decades. Artificial intelligence is one such invention that has the potential to change the world. Now, artificial intelligence is being used in almost all commercial operations. Hence, this research attempted to investigate the impact of artificial intelligence dimensions, including natural language processing, machine learning, expert systems, and computer vision on the financial decisions of pharmaceutical companies in Jordan. A cross-sectional approach was used through a comprehensive survey to collect research data from 148 accountants and financial managers in pharmaceutical companies listed on the Amman Stock Exchange with a response rate of 81.3%. The research hypotheses were examined using structural equation modeling of the collected quantitative data. The results indicated that the dimensions of artificial intelligence positively impact financial decisions. Accordingly, companies should spend on building strong artificial intelligence infrastructure and skills. Access to modern artificial intelligence technology, data analysis tools and cloud computing resources are also essential to rationalizing financial decision-making. Besides, Jordan's pharmaceutical sector can overcome these limitations and realize the full potential of artificial intelligence in financial decision-making by solving data privacy issues, encouraging ethical AI re-search, investing in artificial intelligence expertise, and enhancing collaboration.

How Does a Junior Faculty Development Program Affect Burnout? A Mixed Methods Assessment.

Burnout is common among junior faculty. Professional development has been proposed as a method to improve engagement and reduce burnout among academic physicians. The Penn State College of Medicine Junior Faculty Development Program (JFDP) is a well-established, interdisciplinary program. However, an increase in burnout was noted among participants during the program. The authors sought to quantify the change in burnout seen among JFDP participants across 3 cohorts, and to explore sources of well-being and burnout among participants. Through a sequential explanatory mixed methods approach, participants in the 2018/19, 2019/20, and 2020/21 cohorts took a survey assessing burnout (Copenhagen Burnout Inventory), quality of life (QoL), job satisfaction, and work-home conflict at the start and end of the course. Descriptive statistics were generated as well as Pearson χ2 test/Fisher exact test for categorical variables and Wilcoxon rank sum tests for continuous variables for group comparisons. To better understand the outcome, past participants were invited to interviews regarding their experience of burnout during the course. Inductive thematic analysis (kappa = 0.86) was used to derive themes. Start- and end-of-course surveys were completed by 84 and 75 participants, respectively (response rates: 95.5% and 85.2%). Burnout associated with patient/learner/client/colleague increased (P = .005) and QoL decreased (P = .02) at the end compared with the start. Nonsignificant trends toward worsening in other burnout categories, work-home conflict, and job satisfaction were also observed. Nineteen interviews yielded themes related to risks and protective factors for burnout including competing demands, benefits of networking, professional growth, and challenges related to diverse faculty roles. Junior Faculty Development Program participants demonstrated worsening of burnout and QoL during the program while benefiting from opportunities including skill building and networking. The impact of Junior Faculty Development Programs on the well-being of participants should be considered as an element of their design, evaluation, and refinement over time.

Developing the BornFyne prenatal management system version 2.0: a mixed method community participatory approach to digital health for reproductive maternal health

ABSTRACT Despite the growing number of global initiatives aimed at reducing adverse maternal health outcomes, there remain critical gaps and disparities in access to maternal health services in Cameroon and across the sub-Saharan Africa. Digital health innovations represent unique opportunities for addressing maternal and newborn child health in sub-Saharan Africa. This article documents the approach to developing the BornFyne-Prenatal Management System (PNMS) as an intervention to support maternal health issues in Cameroon. The mixed-method design employed the three-delays model conducted in four health districts purposefully selected with a mix of urban and rural settings as defined in the context. The study employed focus group discussions and interviews to inform the development features. A total of 25 providers were interviewed, 12 focus group discussions and 4 workshops were held and a total of 3654 households were surveyed. Participants highlighted multifaceted advantages of using digital health platform such as BornFyne-PNMS to enhance communication and care during pregnancy such as remote consultations, emergency response, increased patient engagement and improved continuity of care and convenience. Most respondents believed that the use of a digital platform like BornFyne-PNMS would greatly facilitate access to health facilities, especially during emergencies. The BornFyne-PNMS deployment includes community engagement, training and practical skills building of health workers in the use of digital technologies, the establishment of an emergency transport mechanism for response to emergency cases, assessment and upgrading of the computer hardware of enrolled health facilities and support to health system managers to review and interpret the BornFyne data and interoperability with the national health management information system.

Silos to Synergy: Harnessing Integrated Learning for Improved Outcomes

Abstract— In recent days, integrated learning emerges as a potent pedagogical approach, intertwining diverse subjects to foster comprehensive education for millennial learners. Its benefits span across enhanced learning outcomes, improved critical thinking, creative problem solving, and engaged learning. The research study aims to create an effective integrated learning experience for the undergraduate students of information technology program. Around 65 students of fifth semester B.Tech IT program and three faculty members have participated in the research study. Project-Based Learning (PBL) has been adapted to creating meaningful cross-curricular experiences. The proposed PBL enables the learners to develop simulations for various cryptographic algorithms which were learnt in the course on Information security. The project also intertwines the concepts covered in other courses like Web Technologies, Software Testing and System Thinking. The PBL has been carefully designed with focus on problem statements, learning goals, project milestones, calendar and rubrics for assessment. Simulations developed by the learners in teams are integrated to create a complete software package which could serve as a virtual lab for cryptography and information security course. The experimental study on integrated learning has resulted in a usable educational software product for teaching cryptographic algorithms. Also, there is a significant enhancement in the attainment of course outcomes and satisfaction index of the learners. The positive outcome in learning achievements and student engagement affirm integrated learning's value. Various plans to address the implementation challenges in integrated learning are also discussed in the research article. The authors believe that the manuscript will serve as a beginner’s guide to academicians wishing to practice integrated learning in their classrooms. Keywords—Integrated Learning, Project Based Learning, Rubrics, Comprehensive Learning, Learning Outcomes, Product building skills.

Promoting Agricultural Cooperative for Livelihood Development among Smallholder Farmers in Cambodia

The number of agricultural cooperatives (ACs) has increased gradually from 1 in 2003 to 1,217 in 2021. This study clearly reveals that AC operation has been essential for their livelihood development in terms of skill building, technology transfer, provision of inputs, and access to credits and loans for agricultural investment. Therefore, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF), relevant government agencies, communities, and smallholder farmers should close attention to establishing and operating ACs to support sustainable livelihoods. Improving the livelihood of smallholder farmers remains challenging, especially when they cannot access all five assets: physical, financial, human, natural, and social. Smallholder farmers have moderate access to physical and financial assets, but they are constrained by the sufficiency of human, natural, and social assets. Compared to non-agricultural cooperative members, the AC members have improved smallholder farmers’ livelihoods by giving them access to five key assets. In Cambodia, agricultural cooperatives (ACs) operate with technical and financial assistance from the MAFF, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and communities. Smallholder farmers participating in ACs can gain capacity building, economic development, market access, agricultural inputs, and transportation for their agricultural products. Smallholder farmers have optimistic views of AC’s operation, believing it can improve their productivity, increase their income, alleviate poverty, improve food security, and empower women. Both female and male smallholder farmers benefit equally from AC’s activities and services. ACs will play a significant role in ensuring overall social and economic development in the future, such as empowering women, mitigating risks (including climate change risks), and achieving food security. However, we must promote ACs’ operation by increasing government support, technological advancement, and market facilitation.

Productive and Progressive Utilization of Waqf Land

Abstract. Muhammadiyah Association Branch (PCM) Turi in Sleman Regency, DIY, has been entrusted with managing waqf land. However, its management has not been optimal. The waqf land has the potential to be developed into a more productive land with a banana plantation due to the favorable environmental conditions. The target partner for this service is PCM Turi which includes around 20 people. This community service was conducted to increase PCM Turi's knowledge and skills in managing waqf land into a productive banana plantation and making waqf land a medium for da'wah bil hal. Several methods were used to achieve this goal, including counseling, technology transfer, training, and mentoring. The results of the community service at PCM Turi show that PCM Turi's knowledge and skills in building and cultivating a banana plantation increased by 75%. With this, the waqf land which was previously unproductive has been converted into a banana plantation, producing profitable and sustainable fruit and seeds in time. Through the banana plantation, the waqf land management has become a model as part of the Muhammadiyah Association preaches on bil hal.

Barriers Contributing to Loss to Follow-up among HIV-patients in Limpopo Province, South Africa: Patients’ and Nurses’ Perspectives

Background: Antiretroviral therapy is a lifelong commitment that requires patients to adhere to their daily medication dose schedules and make frequent visits to health services for their care. People living with HIV can live healthy long lives when retained on antiretroviral therapy. Retention in care has been identified as the benchmark in the HIV Care Continuum, where most people living with HIV fail. Interventions are urgently needed to address this benchmark to achieve the worldwide 95-95-95 goals. Despite the South African government`s efforts to expand access to antiretroviral therapy services from urban centers to resource-constrained rural communities, there were 140,000 HIV- related deaths in 2014 and 85,796 HIV- related deaths in 2021. Patients have become lost to follow-up, putting their health and that of their communities at risk. Moreover, the loss of follow-up care among HIV-positive people who are on antiretroviral treatment continues to be a significant problem. The study determined barriers contributing to the Loss of follow-up rates among people living with HIV. Methods: A qualitative research study was conducted; Non-probability purposive sampling was used to select eight nurses from clinics with the highest and lowest loss-to-follow-up rates. The probability systematic sampling method was used to select patients from the selected clinics. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, and content analysis was used to analyse the data. Results: Patients’ and nurses’ perspectives on barriers contributing to the loss of follow-up among people living with HIV included lack of confidentiality, lack of understanding of antiretroviral treatment, patients’ self-transfer, and feeling better physically. Conclusion: Understanding the reasons for the Loss of follow-up could inform the development of retention in care interventions for Limpopo province. The study can be most beneficial with HIV education, skills building, and outreach programme strategies; this will, in turn, increase the knowledge needed to better attract and retain HIV-positive patients in healthcare settings.

Developing Micro-Teaching with a Focus on Core Practices: The Use of Approximations of Practice

Micro-teaching as a pedagogical approach is practiced in many higher education programmes focused on building knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes that can be applied in a professional setting. The previous literature attests to the usefulness of micro-teaching experiences in supporting the development of the beginning professional. This paper describes the design and implementation of a micro-teaching programme in one teacher preparation programme with a dual focus on core practices and Approximation of Practice (AoP). AoPs, in this instance, are defined as opportunities to engage in core practices that are proximal to the practices of a particular profession. The paper begins by exploring practice-based education, focusing on core practices and approximations of practice. Micro-teaching as a pedagogical approach is briefly introduced before describing the design and implementation of a specific enactment of pedagogy, a micro-teaching programme using core practices and AoPs. Opportunities and challenges of designing and implementing the micro-teaching programme are discussed and problematised. Finally, some practice considerations are offered to the broader higher education audience regarding the use of AoPs in higher education in the preparation of beginning professionals.

Collaborative network activity as a form of independent work of future technology teachers

Introduction. In accordance with the need to develop students’ ability and readiness for continuous self-education and self-development throughout their lives, the importance of students’ independent work increases significantly. In the context of the digital transformation of education, one of the main forms of independent work should be joint network activities of students, during which network educational communities are formed. The purpose of the article is to consider the possibilities of organizing joint network activities of future technology teachers as part of independent work in disciplines, practices, as well as in extracurricular activities; analyze the didactic potential of the online educational communities of students that are being formed.Materials and Methods. When writing the article, methods of analysis of domestic and foreign literature, comparative analysis, generalization and systematization, and pedagogical experiment were used.Results. Today, when improving the qualifications of teaching staff, the model of “horizontal training”, when training is carried out within professional communities, is quite actively used. This model can also be effective for communities of future teachers. Digital tools for organizing joint network activities within disciplines and practices are presented when organizing independent work for students at Minin University. Special attention is paid to the organization of joint network activities within the framework of the communicative and digital module of the Core of Higher Pedagogical Education. The greatest effect from joint network activities of future teachers can be obtained through project activities. Examples of network projects of teachers and students of Minin University are given, within the framework of which project and network communities are formed.Discussion and Conclusions. Properly organized independent work in the digital educational environment of the university, the use of modern digital tools for this significantly improves the quality of professional training of specialists. Joint network activities make it possible to organize mutual learning within the emerging educational student community. At the same time, conditions are created for the formation of team building skills, universal and professional competencies, ICT competence of future technology teachers, self-assessment and mutual assessment skills.

TARGETING HEALTH-PROMOTING ACTIVITY IN OLDER ADULTS WITH MULTIPLE CHRONIC CONDITIONS AND FUNCTIONAL LIMITATIONS

Abstract Nearly half of older adults in the U.S. have multiple chronic health conditions in addition to functional limitations (MCC + FL) that restrict health self-management activities. We tested an innovative combination of occupational therapy (OT) and behavioral activation (BA) to improve health self-management using the goal setting, scheduling/monitoring activities, and problem-solving components of the BA approach, as well as skill building, environmental modification, activity adaptation, and focus on daily routines from OT (BA+OT). BA+OT was delivered by occupational therapists over 10 sessions in the homes of participants. We present descriptive statistics from this single-blind randomized control pilot study of 11 older adults with MCC + FL who received BA+OT (n = 6) or enhanced usual care (UC; n = 5). Participants in both groups were given a Fitbit, and the UC group received a handout on managing chronic conditions. The BA+OT group was required to set at least one goal for improving physical activity. On average, participants were 73.1 years old (SD = 8.4), majority female (n = 8), and white (n = 1 Hispanic/Latino). They had an average of 3.9 chronic conditions (SD = 1.5), and 2.0 functional limitations (SD = 1.8). The most common chronic conditions were depression, high blood pressure, and arthritis. Aside from physical activity, the most common participant-identified goal areas were sleep hygiene and positioning, medication routines, and community access. This study is in progress (aiming for n = 40) but shows promise for improving health self-management by targeting meaningful, goal-directed, and health-promoting daily activity.

Development and psychometric testing of the Professional Interpersonal Competency Assessment Scale for Novice nurses (PICASN).

Assessing the professional interpersonal competency of novice nurses is crucial for preventing staff turnover and promoting effective work. However, none of the instruments identified in the literature specifically target novice nurses. This study aimed to develop and psychometrically test the perception dimension of the Professional Interpersonal Competency Assessment Scale for Novice nurses (PICASN) in Japan. The study comprised four steps: 1) concept identification, 2) item construction, 3) validity measure, and 4) reliability measure. A cross-sectional web-based questionnaire was administered from February to April 2023 and was completed by 203 novice nurses. Data quality was assessed using mean, item response, missing values, floor and ceiling effects, internal consistency, and item-rest correlations. Content validity index (CVI) was used to determine the instrument's validity, while exploratory factor analysis (EFA) using maximum likelihood estimation with Promax rotation was employed to assess the factor structure. Cronbach's alpha was used to evaluate reliability. The 27-item PICASN demonstrated an Item-CVI of 0.94 and a Scale-CVI of 0.88. EFA revealed two factors: 1) Basic competencies as a novice nurse (15 items) and 2) Relationship building skills within the healthcare team (12 items), which explained 80% of the variance. Internal consistency reliability was excellent at 0.94 and 0.91 for the factors, and the overall scale reliability was 0.95. The item-rest (I-R) correlation values exceeding 0.6 were considered acceptable. The PICASN demonstrates satisfactory psychometric properties, making it an effective tool for measuring professional interpersonal competency among novice nurses in Japan. This instrument serves to assist novice nurses by promoting self-awareness and offering targeted insights into specific areas requiring improvement. Additionally, it provides experienced nurses and nurse managers with valuable insights into team dynamics, guiding interventions for continuous quality improvement.

Preprofessional teachers’ and speech-language pathologists’ attitudes toward collaborative service delivery in classrooms

Despite policies favoring delivery of interventions for children with communication disorders in the classroom, most school-based interventions are delivered outside the classroom. Both teachers and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) have been found to have positive attitudes toward classroom-delivered intervention and the collaboration skills required to implement it. The purpose of this study was to explore preservice teacher and SLP attitudes toward inclusive service delivery and perceptions of their collaboration skills. The study used convergent mixed-methods, two-group design with participants completing an assignment requiring interprofessional collaboration. Twenty-nine preservice teachers and SLPs consented to the preassignment survey, and 37 consented to the postassignment survey. Compared to preservice teachers, preservice SLPs more strongly agreed that interventions are best delivered in the classroom. After the collaborative assignment, participants more strongly agreed that SLPs should implement classroom-based interventions. The preservice SLPs more strongly agreed that they had skills to identify children's language needs in the classroom. Barriers to collaboration included differences in goals, role understanding, and level of preparation across the professions. The findings suggest that to foster more inclusive delivery, professional preparation programs require more focus on building skills in respectfully managing differences in what each professional brings to classroom-based language interventions.

Investigation of Entrepreneurial Emotional Intelligence on Financial Performance of FIIRO Technology Adoptees in South West Geopolitical Zone, Nigeria

Success in entrepreneurial activities is vital to economic development. This has become a major issue of global concern to researchers in entrepreneurship all over the world, including developing nations where entrepreneurs, most especially the micro, small and medium enterprises, play key roles in creating employment opportunities. Therefore, researchers in this field of study should concentrate on conducting empirical research focusing on success factors to bail out ailing enterprises before they shut down, a rampant phenomenon, especially in this post-COVID-19 era coupled with recent global inflation. This study investigated the effect of emotional intelligence on the financial performance of FIIRO (Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi) technology adoptees. The study population is 250 FIIRO technology adoptees who have set up enterprises between 2020 and 2022 based on technologies adopted at FIIRO and are operating in South West Geopolitical Zone comprising Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Ekiti, Osun and Lagos States. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 20 entrepreneurs per state, giving a total of 120 technology adoptees selected for the study. Research design is a cross-sectional approach. A 6-point Likert Scale questionnaire was used to collect data from 86 participants who responded to the questionnaire. Simple regression analysis through SPSS is used for data analysis to test the six hypotheses of the study. Five measures or dimensions of emotional intelligence used in this study are: internal motivation, empathy, self-regulation, self-awareness and skill building, while financial performance measures are: profitability, sales growth, market share, net asset growth and number of employees. The result shows a weak but significant effect of emotional intelligence on financial performance {R2= 0.332, F(1,84)= 10.398, p= 0.002} of FIIRO technology adoptees. Self regulation {R2= 0.115, F(1,84)= 10.889, p= 0.000} and empathy {R2= 0.157, F(1,84)= 15.641, p= 0.000} have weak but significant effect on financial performance. However, self-awareness {R2= 0.020, F(1,84)= 1.735, p= 0.191}, internal motivation {R2= 0.000, F(1,84)= 0.031, p= 0.860} and skill building {R2= 0.025, F(1,84)= 2.144, p= 0.147} have very weak and no significant effect on financial performance. Entrepreneurs would find the results of this study useful to properly harness their emotional intelligence dimensions, most especially self-regulation and empathy dimensions, to achieve the enterprise goal, which is a success.