Still on the article on soft skills, we’d be talking about how to achieve each of those skills highlighted on our previous article.
How to achieve “Being Trainable”
If you take constructive feedback personally, you will find it difficult to be trained. Remind yourself that the other person is attempting to assist you professionally and that their statements are not an insult on your abilities, personality, or worth. (This may seem apparent, but it’s easy to overlook in the heat of the moment.)
Always presume good intentions. To put it another way, give your teammate or management the benefit of the doubt. Believing they’re coming from a good place will make you more open to their advice.
How to achieve “Empathy”
Scientific studies have shown that picturing yourself in the shoes of another person might help you become more empathic. Try this practice the next time you’re having trouble seeing things from someone else’s perspective.
How to achieve “Effective Communication”
If you’re not a natural public speaker, consider joining Toastmasters or taking a public speaking class. Consider taking an introductory writing class at a local college or online to improve your writing abilities.
It’s also a good idea to solicit feedback from your coworkers on a regular basis, for example, “Did I explain that thoroughly enough?” “What did you learn from it?” A meeting calendar can assist you in scheduling time for feedback with coworkers or a mentor without the back-and-forth. It’s simple for everyone, and you make time in your schedule to work on your communication skills.
How to achieve Critical Thinking
Even if you think you know the answer, ask a lot of questions. What the other person says will frequently surprise you. If their response contradicts yours, it’s a good hint to go deeper. You should also challenge basic assumptions. Keep an eye out for phrases that begin with As we all know, it is apparent, and we can presume. “Actually, do we know that?” says the pause. “What’s the evidence for that assumption?”
How to achieve Creativity
Break free from the idea of “We’ve always done it this way.” Be open to new ideas, whether they originate with you or with someone else. Organize brainstorming meetings with your team during which you can offer anything that comes to mind. Then, prioritize your ideas based on their impact, feasibility, and relevance. Experiment as much as you can, then assess the findings to see whether you should expand on that endeavor or iterate.
How to achieve Problem-Solving Attitude
Big problems can be scary and drain your motivation. Break things down into little, manageable activities that are easier to do.
Furthermore, completing each one will improve your motivation.
Develop these soft skills and you will be successful no matter what you do.
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