WHAT ARE “SOFT SKILLS” ?, WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT IN WORKPLACES ?

A little data point from Labour Market Survey Tanzania “70% of employers are of the the view that a low level of soft or behavioural skills on the part of employees is a matter of grave concern as it affects productivity negatively”. Soft Skills, also known as behaviorial or core skills, are skills applicable to all professions. These include critical thinking, problem solving, public speaking, professional writing, teamwork, digital literacy, leadership, professional attitude, work ethic, career management and intercultural fluency – Wikipedia. Soft skills can impact how well you work or interact with other people. These skills help you form relationships, create trust and dependability, and become a more effective leader. The following are examples of common soft skills: Adaptability, Networking, Digital literacy, Time Management ,Teamwork ,Creativity, Critical Thinking, Problem-solving , Conflict resolution etc. In today’s world, the best employees are those who have the right combination of soft and hard skills. Employers are constantly emphasizing the need for soft skills, even ahead of quantitative skills, which is why soft skills need to be included in your employee training and development program. What are the Benefits of Soft Skills in the Workplace ? Effective communication   People need to communicate well when working together. Employees need to interact with one another and with customers constructively. Soft skills training equips individuals with these skills. Higher workplace productivity  Soft skills boost employee performance and overall workplace productivity. People become better time managers and communicators, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality. Teamwork improves as the employees’ interpersonal skills become better.  Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities Employees who have soft skills training are good at evoking action, motivating themselves and others, and taking responsibility. Furthermore, they become better problem-solvers. Improved employee loyalty and retention Employees define what your business or firm is all about. Good employees will help you build a strong brand, giving you a competitive edge within your industry. – Lorman. What can you do to enhance Soft Skills for your employees in your organization ? Soft skills trainings. Soft skills trainings will help your employees grow professionally and will help your organization retain great workers, so you get the best value for your investment. #RNRTrainings offer several career and professional development trainings to prepare employees and managers for potential growth in the company as well as to maximize their productivity in the company. Our available courses include Soft skills such as communication skills, Teamwork ,Creativity, Critical Thinking, Problem-solving , Conflict resolution  and more. Contact us info@rrbs.co.tz 0773 333 888 for further information.