Research conducted with Fortune 500 companies has shown that 75% of long-term job success depends on people skills, while only 25% relies on technical knowledge. So, while a degree provides most of the technical know-how, you also need to work on developing your soft skills.
Soft skills include
but are not limited to the following:
- Communication – written/verbal/non-verbal/public speaking/presentation/listening
- Relationship Building – using interpersonal skills to build and nurture relationships
- Personal Branding – understanding yourself and the message you send to others and presenting the best version of yourself in each situation
- Creativity – coming up with new ideas and being innovative
- Time Management – knowing your objectives and prioritizing activities accordingly
- Decision Making – making decisions which align with your objectives
- Leadership – inspiring people to achieve a clear vision
- Teamwork – working with others towards a common objective, resolving conflicts effectively, and handling with different personalities
You don’t have to wait until you have your dream job to develop your soft skills. In fact, by practicing now you’ll be better at managing your career and landing your dream job.
Start with your classmates.
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If you want to develop your awareness, have fun, and connect authentically with others, the weekly GCMC Soft Skills Workshops will help you overcome your fears and be more confident in your professional life. It's scheduled for Monday evenings from 6 to 7 p.m. in June and July. You can register in CareerLink. Space is limited.
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