The Importance of Soft Skills in the Workplace

International Journal of Humanities and Social Science

© 2022 by SSRG - IJHSS Journal

Volume 9 Issue 2

Year of Publication : 2022

Authors : Harsh Bhati

10.14445/23942703/IJHSS-V9I2P104

How to Cite?

Harsh Bhati, "The Importance of Soft Skills in the Workplace," SSRG International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, vol. 9,  no. 2, pp. 21-33, 2022. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23942703/IJHSS-V9I2P104

Abstract:

Appropriate soft skills are crucial for a successful career and social relationships in society. This study aims to understand public awareness of the significance of soft skills in everyday life, particularly at work. The major goal of this research was to see if there is a need for soft skills in industries/startups. A questionnaire was used for data collection from industries of Jodhpur and startups from Delhi. It was found that soft skills were beneficial for both social interaction and career advancement for the majority of the respondents. HR professionals highlighted communication, teamwork, and leadership skills as the top three essential soft skills. This paper proposes that one should have soft skills because, nowadays, employers are looking for employees with these skills as they make employees more productive. Finally, job seekers must sustain these skills, and students must recognize the importance of soft skills and incorporate them as soon as possible.

Keywords:

HR professionals, Jobs, Recruitment, Soft Skills, Thinking of Industries and Startups.

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