Soft Skills And Its Importance Continuous Assesment-1 Name : Mission Sk Roll No : 10200221075 Branch : IT Subject : Soft Skill & Interpersonal Communication Sub Code : OEC-IT-701-C(7566) Semester : 7 th , 4 th Year Assignment Type : CA-1
SOFT SKILLS Soft skills can also be thought of as people skills. These can include good communication and interpersonal skills, leadership, problem solving, work ethic, time management, and teamwork. These are characteristics that can be carried over to any position. FOR EXAMPLE : Communicationteam,Workproblem-solvingcritical Thinking, Adaptability, Time Management, Leadership, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence 2
SOFT SKILLS SOME KEY POINTS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Soft skills include attributes and personality traits that help employees effectively interact with others and Succeed in the workplace. Examples of soft skills include the ability to communicate with prospective clients, mentor co-workers, lead a team, negotiate a contract, follow instructions, and get a job done on time. Hard skills are measurable and usually obtained through formal education and training programs. Workers with good soft skills can help companies achieve higher levels of efficiency and productivity. In contrast to hard skills, soft skills are more difficult to acquire through formal training. 3
Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills Workers acquire Hard Skills through formal education, training programs, and concentrated effort. Hard skills are the quantifiable skills that workers need to successfully perform a specific job. Employers often test or evaluate a candidate's hard skills before hiring. Examples of hard skills include computer programming, writing, web development, and graphic design. Some hard skills are more in demand than others, and employers may need to hire recruiting agencies or Headhunters to fill jobs that require specialized, high-level hard skills. Hard skills can be learned and perfected over time, but soft skills are more difficult to acquire and change. For example, the soft skills a doctor might need are empathy, understanding, active listening, and a good bedside manner. Alternatively, the hard skills a doctor requires include a vast comprehension of illnesses, the ability to interpret test results and symptoms, and a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology. 4
IMPORTANCE OF SOFT SKILLS Effective Communication Effective Meetings Effective Leadership Conflict Resolution Problem Solving Strategies Stress Management Time Management & Organizational Skills Presentation Skills High Performance Team building and Managing Transition & Change 5
presentation skills Presentation skill included planning, preparation,& delivery of messages. It is very important for a to give a meaningful presentation. It can helps us to share our ideas with others. 6
effective leadership It has been said that leaders are formed, not born. To launch yourself into a better career, developing leadership skills that can be a ticket of Success. Leaders are the person responsible for growth and development, take a good decision, tactfully deal with others and solve problem effectively. 7
effective communication skills Our education is seen in our behavior so it is very important that how we communicate with others. This is very important skill in our working environment. It is in the form of written materials such as emails, and letters. 8
effective meetings Define a clear purpose for the meeting Invite the necessary people only. Do not allow to use of smartphones and tablets during meeting. Listen idea of every person who attend meeting. Meeting start on time and end in time 9
conflict resolution Identify problem. Identify impact. Take a meaningful step Work for resolution of conflict. Try to Solve it. 10
time management & organizational skills It is very important to manage our time so use our time for different purpose. Time management is the process of planning and exercising conscious control on time spend on specific activity to increase effectiveness efficiency and productivity. 11
Problem Solving Strategies Identify the issue. Understand everyone’s interest List the possible solution Evaluate the options Try to fix it 12
Stress Management Stress management is a wide spectrum of techniques and psychotherapies aimed at controlling a person's level of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the purpose of and for the motive of improving everyday functioning. 13
High Performance Team building and Managing Management Systems’ Team Effectiveness Tools help newly formed and existing teams maximize their effectiveness and, in turn, contribute to the sustainably successful performance of the organization as a whole. 14
Transition & Change The Difference Between Change and Transformation. Change uses external influences to modify actions, but transformation modifies beliefs so actions become natural and thereby achieve the desired result. 15