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Career Definition

What is
Soft Skills?

"Non-technical skills that relate to how you work. They include how you interact with colleagues, how you solve problems, and how you manage your work."

Why it Matters

While hard skills get you the interview, soft skills get you the job. Employers value these because they indicate longevity and cultural fit. They are harder to teach than technical skills.

Common Examples

Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem Solving
Emotional Intelligence

Related Terms

Hard SkillsTransferable SkillsBehavioral Interview

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