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TOP 5 SOFT SKILLS EMPLOYERS WANT IN 2019

Jun 11, 2019

TOP 5 SOFT SKILLS EMPLOYERS WANT IN 2019

Soft skills can pave the way to your future success, and a lack of them can do quite the opposite. So, we made a list of the hottest soft skills employers & interviewers are looking for in 2019.
CREATIVITY
Employers are constantly looking for new ideas and perspectives for every aspect involving their business. They want new, creative ways to problem solve and address issues with fresh approaches and viewpoints.
Not a creative bone in your body? No worries, use your resources (the internet is your friend, folks) and devote some time into searching for new angles and broader perspectives that may help you get out of your ordinary mindset and get those creative juices flowing! 
COMMUNICATION
This should be no surprise, I mean communication is key, right? Although in this day and age we are more glued to our devices than ever, making face-to-face, verbal, and written communication skills a rarity, it is still a necessity. I get it, we stutter, fumble our words, make typos, but don’t be that guy or girl who is characterized by these bad habits. Communication is the foundation of how others perceive you, and a lack of these skills can result in a negative or unprofessional perception of you, your boss, and even the company you work for.
Don’t worry, you won’t need to enroll into an advanced grammar class or retake Eng 101 to improve your communication skills. YouTube is actually a great resource for public speaking workshops and videos. Better yet, just practice! Don’t let fear or insecurity keep you from boosting your performance or decrease your chances of building work relationships just because communicating may not be your strong suit. 
Just look at that creative communication!
TIME MANAGEMENT
This is another no brainer. Odds are you’ve most likely heard the “manage your time wisely” speech at some point in time. This is an incredibly valuable skill but can take some serious discipline if you struggle with procrastination.
One thing that can be a vital resource for you is to schedule your day. Yep, that’s right. Schedule everything you know you have to do for that day, and see how it goes! It may be rough at first, but it’s extremely important for employers to see that you can prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple tasks at once. This aids in becoming a more productive, efficient worker who can successfully make and reach goals, which is a HUGE plus to employers.
TEAMWORK
It really does make the dream work. Although some jobs may not require you to work in a team or collaborative atmosphere at all, this skill is useful in any job. Success is hardly ever reliant on just one person, which makes teamwork vital in any workplace and why employers look for this skill in potential candidates. It also creates a positive work culture, boosts morale, and increases the quality of work created.
Demonstrate this skill by simply letting others know you’re available and willing to lend a hand. Just don’t wait until someone asks you for help. Be aware enough to know when someone may need another set of eyes or ears because (que high school musical song) we’re all in this together! 
LEADERSHIP
Now I’m not talking about the standing from a podium, mic in hand, fingers pointing, spit flying, people crying, barking out orders type of leadership. I’m talking about the leading from behind, reaching new goals, and motivating your coworkers type of leadership. There’s a difference folks. Not all leaders have a fancy title by their name either. In fact, a true leader doesn’t need a title to have confidence and a clear vision in order to communicate and display that they are a leader.
Problem solving, creativity, managing time, teamwork, and communicating are all skills that a compelling and effective leader possesses. These qualities are what a convincing leader uses to rally a group of people for a unified goal, mission, or vision. Don’t think you’re leadership material quite yet? That’s ok, because every good leader must be good at being led as well. Being teachable, willing to learn, and grow your confidence in all of these skills is the first step to becoming not just a leader, but a really great one. Until you learn how to follow well, you’ll never know how to lead well. 
It’s never to late to start developing new Soft Skills! For more employment tips, check out the content on our blog!

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