Now more than ever soft skills are in great demand and essential to business success, as the world of business becomes more conscious to the old age truth that success is always driven the power of people - being people.
The power of soft skills, or intangible skills are extremely important to an employer as they relate to a candidate's attitude and intuition.
Here are 5 of the most in demand soft skills this year:
- Creativity - you don't have to be an artist to be creative! Creativity means solving problems in new, original and unique ways; it means thinking outside of the box and questioning the traditional way of going about things.
- Adaptability - let's face it, most jobs today are fast-paced and always evolving. Embracing change and rolling with the punches exemplify your optimism and resilience, making you a better leader.?
- Teamwork - even if your role is, for a majority, independent, being able to work with a team and being par to the company as a whole, is important as it demonstrates a number of things, such as strong leadership, collaboration and ability to communicate effectively.?
- Communication - sounds obvious, but being able to communicate effectively through written and spoken word is key. Good communication skills are vital in transferring information accurately and productively. But often forgotten is that good communication is not just expressing but the ability to listen fully and be present in a conversation, so we can fully grasp what is being said.
- Decision making - whilst everyone is a bit indecisive, being able to make decisions on your feet and quickly is important, no matter the magnitude of the situation. Taking charge of a situation and guiding the team through is what makes a good leader.
Soft skills play an important role in the daily operations of any company, therefore, they shouldn't be overlooked!