Nigeria, June 26 -- Being smart can open doors, but it's not the only key to success, nor is it the most important one.

Some traits have a greater impact on your happiness, relationships, and overall life outcomes than intelligence alone. Here are five qualities that are often more powerful than being smart:

1. Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

The ability to understand and manage your emotions, as well as to relate well to others, is crucial. Emotional intelligence helps you build strong relationships, handle conflict gracefully, and lead with empathy, all of which can take you further than IQ ever will.

2. Discipline and Consistency

Many intelligent people have brilliant ideas but never follow through. Discipline is what turns plans into...