Soft skills are regarded as the most valuable skills for a professional in the current job market.
It is said that 70% of the employers prefer soft skills over hard skills nowadays.
Their point of view is that they can teach a person hard skills their own way but soft skills are something a candidate should have inherently.
That means soft skills are not something your educational institute will “actively teach”.
These are something learners need to cultivate by themselves on the way.
There will be various scopes to develop these skills but as there is no final assessment on this at the last, many students fail to comprehend them in their student lives.
But is this the end?
No, surely not. Soft skills are something anyone can improve at any time given that they are thoroughly invested into it.
We need an active mind to properly acquire those skills into our systems. This task is not as daunting as it seems.
So what are the soft skills we need to have to achieve success in our corporate lives? These are the top 10 must add soft skills which is a must for our CVs and resumes:
- Communication :
Communication is KEY. A professional should know the art of communication. He should know how to convince his superiors while getting all the work done from his subordinate.
All these are through the knowledge of perfect communication.
He should be able to highlight his abilities and showcase all his contributions at the right time at the right place.
- Team work :
A great worker should know how to work in a team. He will support other team members and also accomplish his assigned tasks in time.
This skill is highly valued as nobody wants an odd one who is out all the time.
One should highlight their abilities to work in a team, showcase their team works and projects.
One can also get a referral from their former teammates in this case. This will prove all the listed skills in the resume.
- Time management :
In order to be successful in the corporate war, one needs to be time efficient.
An efficient worker knows how to manage their times according to their work and personal life pressure.
They can create a balance in every field. This quality is highly appreciated by employers.
One should highlight their qualities of working on time, meeting the deadlines in time and their sincerity when it comes to managing time in their resume.
- Problem solving :
Our path crosses with various types of problems in both our professional and personal lives.
But unlike our personal life, all the problems in our job need to be solved by ourselves. We cannot get away everytime by taking the help of others.
One should be able to solve their own problems be it a technical issue or an ethical dilemma.
The ability to critically judge a problem, promptly coming with a solution, solving a problem with courage should be neatly stated in the resume.
- Adaptability :
The power to adapt with all types of situations is highly considered by the hiring committee.
So our resume should be in such a way that the committee understands that we can work under any given conditions emphasising our willingness and power to adjust.
- Ethics and Morality :
Though this perspective is not really considered by many people, ethics and morality has a huge impact on our resume.
Companies are sure to hire an honest and trustworthy person over someone sketchy. Our resume must highlight our work ethics, dedication and the desire to go the extra line.
- Creativity :
In this ever changing world, creativity is a must. Our resume should focus on our ability to think out of the box.
We can add our projects where our innovative powers are showcased.
- Leadership :
In work life there will be many times when it would require us to lead a team. So our resume should focus on demonstrating initiative, taking responsibility, and inspiring others are valuable assets.
- Organisation :
Our resume should showcase the ability to manage information effectively, prioritise tasks, and maintain a well-organised workspace.
- Interpersonal Skills :
Our resume should highlight the ability to build rapport, interact effectively, and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
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Writer
Rifah Zakiah
Intern, Content Writing Department
YSSE