According to a survey, many leaders cite communication, problem solving, creativity, collaboration, adaptability and conflict resolution as key areas where young professionals struggle. While these skills may not come naturally to every new employee, there’s good news—soft skills can be taught, and training in these areas is highly effective.
Employers are increasingly firing Gen Z graduates just months after hiring them due to concerns about their lack of motivation, professionalism, and communication skills. A recent survey revealed that 60% of bosses have let go of some Gen Z employees, with over half of hiring managers believing that new graduates are unprepared for the demands of the workplace. These challenges have led to frustration among companies, many of whom are considering avoiding hiring fresh graduates altogether in this next upcoming year.
A groundbreaking 40-year study from Dunedin, New Zealand, tracked over 1,000 kids for decades to uncover the most important factors for raising successful, well-adjusted children. In the article, Scientists Tracked 1,000 Kids for 40 Years. This Was the No. 1 Predictor of Financial Success by Jessica Stillman, the research explored various aspects of development, from family dynamics to mental health and socioeconomic background. One of the most striking findings was that emotional intelligence (EQ) is the strongest predictor of future financial success.
Mastering technical skills alone is no longer enough. You might have all the knowledge to perform your role well, but without soft skills, your technical expertise could be undervalued. Numerous studies have shown that a lack of soft skills—like Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Resilience—can limit your opportunities for advancement and impact your overall career success.f
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The ongoing gap in soft skills continues to present significant challenges in today’s workplace, despite its clear impact on organizational success. As detailed in this Forbes article, this issue is not one that can be solved with quick fixes or avoided by hiring strategies. Instead, it demands intentional efforts to cultivate skills like communication, adaptability and emotional intelligence among employees.
We are proud to announce TRACOM has been selected as a 2024 Top 20 Assessment and Evaluation Company by Training Industry. This is the seventh consecutive year that TRACOM has made the list and we greatly appreciate the recognition and support from Training Industry. We are honored to be included on this list of 20 of the best providers of assessments and evaluations.
A recent study by Intelligent.com found that one in six companies hesitate to hire recent graduates due to gaps in key soft skills, including communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. While academic institutions often focus on technical proficiency, many hiring organizations find that graduates lack the essential soft skills required to thrive in professional environments. Employers report that graduates often struggle with poor communication skills, difficulty adapting to dynamic workplaces, challenges in receiving and acting on feedback, and insufficient problem-solving abilities.
Creating neurodiverse teams is becoming more common in organizations, and for the right reasons: there’s going to be many more neurodivergent people in the future workplace and working effectively with one another’s unique strengths will benefit companies. As evidence of this shift, many of the largest and most forward-looking organizations, including some of TRACOM’s clients, have signed on to the Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Round Table, a nonprofit resource to promote disability workplace inclusion, pledging to hire and develop more neurodivergent people.
Entrepreneur Magazine is pointing to Social Intelligence skills as the most crucial for success in today’s business world. The story is based on LinkedIn’s 2024 Most In-Demand Skills list, and it underscores the enduring importance of these “human” or “durable” skills, labeling them as indispensable in today’s evolving technological landscape. Among the top skills highly sought after are communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.
