7 Soft Skills That Will Get You Hired & How To Learn Them

7 Soft Skills That Will Get You Hired & How To Learn Them

By Kibet Tobias
Are you looking for a job, but wonder if you have the right skills? Unlike in the past when employers would focus on educational qualifications, the job market has changed and employers want more.
The competitive nature of the job market in Kenya today requires you to stand out from the masses. And apart from the education qualifications, there are key skills that employers are looking for.
In this article, I will discuss how to land that job by improving your soft skills.

Top Soft Skills To Improve On To Get A Job Immediately

1. Communication skills
This is the most important skill needed in the workplace. Have you noted that most of the jobs advertised list communication skills among the requirements? Your employer will expect you to have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Depending on the position, you will need to be able to communicate effectively with employees, managers, and clients, in-person, online, in writing, and on the phone.
If you are looking for a job, you need to improve your communication skills.
2. Problem-solving skills
Every job comes with its own challenges.  And so employers are looking for people with good problem solving skills. These are candidates who are adaptable and can think on their feet.
To demonstrate your problem-solving skills, Show how giving example, you were able to solve different issues in your past position or even volunteer work for entry level job seekers.
3. Teamwork skills
Organization’s success is achieved when people come together and work towards a common goal. Teamwork is required for almost every industry. In a workplace, you will be expected to be a team player.
Remember being able to collaborate well with your co-workers strengthens the quality of your work. Even if the job description requires you to work in a single office, there are various projects that will require you to work with a group.
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4. Creative Thinking skills
Are you someone who looks at something in a new way? Creative thinking is what most people call ‘thinking outside the box.’ Creative professionals have the ability to create new ways to carry out tasks and solve problems.
They always bring a fresh perspective to their work. Creative abilities enable you to help departments and organizations move in more productive directions.
5. Leadership skills
Employers look for people with qualities that will allow them to successfully interact with colleagues, clients, and others in the workplace and beyond. People with leadership skills are required to put other people’s concerns first.
These people have a high degree of emotional intelligence, patience, and a working knowledge of human resources to keep both the employee and the company at a good balance.
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6. Time management skills
Every industry requires candidates who can effectively use the time available to them on the job.  Time management saves time and the organization’s resources.You are more likely to stand out and get shortlisted for  job if you demonstrate that you are time cautious and it starts with the time you arrive for an interview.
7. Self-motivation Skills
Self-motivation is the force that drives you to do things without being influenced by other people. It pushes you to achieve personal goals and those of the company.
Being self-motivated means that you will not bother your bosses or supervisors in roles because you already know what you are expected of in the office.
It is now clear that soft skills enable you to work well with others, communicate clearly and solve problems effectively. And while hard skills will get you the job, soft skills will keep you on the same job.
In conclusion, soft skills simply can’t be taught in a classroom or measured on a certificate; they are acquired within time and as you gain experience and understand the Kenyan job market.
The writer is content writer at Career Point Kenya. For any related queries contact tobias@careerpointkenya or comment on the section below..

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