Career hot takes: Soft Skills

Empathy, emotional intelligence, adaptability, problem-solving, interpersonal skills: they’re all becoming even more critical for success as we dive deeper into the world of AI and automation.

It’s not oversimplified, it’s the truth: We all want to work with nice people.

We should strive for work environments that are collaborative, inclusive, that encourage transparency and open communication, and where anyone can have a seat a table if they raise their hand.

Soft skills are essential for navigating complex workplace dynamics, for communicating effectively, for engaging thoughtfully with stakeholders, and for adapting to change (as they say, change is the only constant!)