*10 Soft Skills that really matter at work*
Workplaces are undergoing drastic changes.
Skill set that is fast gaining importance for organisations across the world is *soft skills.*
*Soft skills* are innate to one's overall personality.
In India, 87 per cent of hiring managers believe that candidates with strong soft skills will be increasingly important to the success of their organisations.
*Below are the top 10 soft skills that are important in your career:*
*1. Communication*
One of the most important and essential soft skill to possess no matter what the job is.
Good communication skills go a long way and give a definitive edge over others. However, while it seems like a complex skill to attain, one can work on gaining perfection by simple ways such as reading books to better grammar, vocabulary and hearing different podcast, watching videos can help be a better orator.
*2. Leadership*
This is another very important aspect of the workplace.
This is a soft skill that shows confidence and plays a big role in guiding and leading the co-workers in the direction with goals.
People with sound leadership skills will be open to taking and giving constructive feedback.
*3. Teamwork*
The need for effective teamwork is critical for the success of any business.
At the workplace, it’s all about the performance of a team rather than an individual.
It's important to be a team player in order to work towards achieving the organisational goal along with other members and deliver the best results is a great capability.
*4. Time management*
This skill helps an individual to remain efficient and also lead by example for juniors in the organisation and ensures that the day to day operational tasks are being performed as per the timelines which are vital for smooth functioning of any business.
*5. Adaptability*
The only thing constant in this world is change and things don’t always necessarily go as planned.
An individual who has the ability to adapt survives various situations is also trusted to come up with solutions during a crisis situation.
*6. Problem-solving skills*
Similar to adaptability, this soft skill needs an individual to step up and resolve problems, whether it’s a technical problem or a problem with two individuals within the team.
Having a positive to approach to problem-solving helps.
*7. Creativity*
This is a desired skill everyone is trying to attain.
Popularly known as the out of the box thinking skill, which not many possess.
This is more an acquired skill.
If you want to be creative and different you need to train your mind to break out of the 'normal' mentality.
*8. Open to feedback*
This is a skill that is difficult to come to terms with, as it is a skill that requires you to face your fears head-on.
A good professional takes negative feedback about their work in their stride and works towards bettering themselves in that area.
*9. Networking*
This skill comes in handy for any kind of collaboration for business.
A sound professional network is an asset for professionals across levels in today’s age.
Both internal and external network is a must have and should be focused on from an early stage in one’s career.
*10. Stability and consistency*
The best of performers need to exhibit stability and consistency at all stages of their career.
This is the key to carving out a niche for themselves and to be considered indispensable part of the team.
Workplaces are undergoing drastic changes.
Skill set that is fast gaining importance for organisations across the world is *soft skills.*
*Soft skills* are innate to one's overall personality.
In India, 87 per cent of hiring managers believe that candidates with strong soft skills will be increasingly important to the success of their organisations.
*Below are the top 10 soft skills that are important in your career:*
*1. Communication*
One of the most important and essential soft skill to possess no matter what the job is.
Good communication skills go a long way and give a definitive edge over others. However, while it seems like a complex skill to attain, one can work on gaining perfection by simple ways such as reading books to better grammar, vocabulary and hearing different podcast, watching videos can help be a better orator.
*2. Leadership*
This is another very important aspect of the workplace.
This is a soft skill that shows confidence and plays a big role in guiding and leading the co-workers in the direction with goals.
People with sound leadership skills will be open to taking and giving constructive feedback.
*3. Teamwork*
The need for effective teamwork is critical for the success of any business.
At the workplace, it’s all about the performance of a team rather than an individual.
It's important to be a team player in order to work towards achieving the organisational goal along with other members and deliver the best results is a great capability.
*4. Time management*
This skill helps an individual to remain efficient and also lead by example for juniors in the organisation and ensures that the day to day operational tasks are being performed as per the timelines which are vital for smooth functioning of any business.
*5. Adaptability*
The only thing constant in this world is change and things don’t always necessarily go as planned.
An individual who has the ability to adapt survives various situations is also trusted to come up with solutions during a crisis situation.
*6. Problem-solving skills*
Similar to adaptability, this soft skill needs an individual to step up and resolve problems, whether it’s a technical problem or a problem with two individuals within the team.
Having a positive to approach to problem-solving helps.
*7. Creativity*
This is a desired skill everyone is trying to attain.
Popularly known as the out of the box thinking skill, which not many possess.
This is more an acquired skill.
If you want to be creative and different you need to train your mind to break out of the 'normal' mentality.
*8. Open to feedback*
This is a skill that is difficult to come to terms with, as it is a skill that requires you to face your fears head-on.
A good professional takes negative feedback about their work in their stride and works towards bettering themselves in that area.
*9. Networking*
This skill comes in handy for any kind of collaboration for business.
A sound professional network is an asset for professionals across levels in today’s age.
Both internal and external network is a must have and should be focused on from an early stage in one’s career.
*10. Stability and consistency*
The best of performers need to exhibit stability and consistency at all stages of their career.
This is the key to carving out a niche for themselves and to be considered indispensable part of the team.
