Monday, April 29, 2019

Got (Soft) Skills?

Here are the top four skills you need to advance your career

You’ve got skills, whether it’s drilling, welding, fabricating, building, assisting, serving, or supporting. But do you have the soft skills to do your job? According to a study conducted by Civic Action on what employers are most looking for in potential employees, good communication skills topped nearly every list.

4 Top Soft Skills Needed to Excel in Your Career

1. Communication

Listening
Negotiation
Nonverbal communication
Reading body language

2. Critical thinking

Flexibility
Problem solving
Resourcefulness
Willingness to learn

3. Positive attitude

Cooperativeness
Courteousness
Respectfulness
Honesty

4. Teamwork

Collaboration
Accepting of feedback
Self-awareness
Team player