Soft Skills Cat 1
Understanding and sharing the feelings of others
Empathy
Guiding and motivating others toward achieving a goal
Leadership
Using imagination to generate new ideas or improve existing ones
Creativity
Paying full attention to what others are saying and responding thoughtfully
Active Listening
Reaching agreements or compromises through discussion
Negotiation
Keeping tasks, materials, and schedules structured and orderly
Organization
Approaching work and challenges with optimism and enthusiasm
Positive Attitude
Taking pride in doing quality work and staying motivated to meet goals
Work Ethic
Staying driven and completing tasks without needing constant supervision
Self Motivation
Being reliable and consistent in completing tasks and meeting responsibilities
Dependability
Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise in the workplace
Problem solving
Respecting and valuing people’s differences in backgrounds, beliefs, and communication styles
Cultural Awareness
Working cooperatively with others to achieve shared goals
Teamwork
The ability to express thoughts clearly through speaking, writing, or listening
Communication
Organizing and planning how to divide your time between tasks
Time Management
The ability to adjust to new situations or changes quickly
Adaptability
The ability to recover quickly from setbacks or challenges
Resilience
Building and maintaining positive relationships with others for professional growth
Networking
Carefully noticing small but important aspects of a task
Attention to Detail
Managing and resolving disagreements in a calm, respectful way
Conflict Resolution
Choosing the best course of action after considering options
Decision Making
Taking action without being told; being proactive in solving problems or improving processes
Initiative
Analyzing information to make reasoned and logical decisions
Critical Thinking
Understanding and managing your own emotions and those of others
Emotional Intelligence
Demonstrating responsible, respectful, and appropriate behavior at work
Professionalism