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Government agencies that embrace the development of soft skills in their workforce will not only enhance internal efficiency, but also improve their public-facing services.

Now more than ever, candidates are being asked to participate in video interviews as part of the hiring process. With so many benefits for employers, 81% of talent professionals agree that video recruiting will continue past COVID (According to a LinkedIn Employer survey). Many industries are quickly adopting the technology and the use of video interviewing solutions is changing the hiring experience for candidates. This blog talks about what recruiters are thinking about this and how job candidates can use this tool as an advantage.

In today's tech-heavy environment, technical skills are important, but it's soft skills—like communication, adaptability, teamwork, and emotional intelligence—that truly set professionals apart. In this blog, we’ll explore practical ways to refine these crucial skills, helping you thrive personally and professionally, whether you're an experienced employee or just starting your career. Strengthening your soft skills is the key to high performance in any field.

Many people underestimate the importance of soft skills, viewing them as secondary to technical abilities, when in reality they play a crucial role in both personal and professional success. Mastering key soft skills has the power to improve every aspect of your life. From building stronger relationships and resolving conflicts to navigating challenges with ease, these skills enhance how you interact with others and approach everyday situations, making life smoother and more fulfilling, both at work and at home.

Detoxifying Work Cultures with Soft Skills and Building Better Multicultural Teams: As society is cementing itself into a skills-based economy, we’ll explore soft skills within the current context of the workplace. Far too often, a lack of soft skills is the foundation for toxic workplace culture; poor communication being the biggest culprit. Understanding and being aware of soft skills within teams and individuals is the cornerstone for building great cultures and successful organizations.

The adoption of video interviews has fundamentally transformed the recruitment landscape. For HR professionals and recruiters, understanding and leveraging the latest trends in video interviewing can provide a significant advantage in attracting and evaluating top talent.

The replies to the interview questions a candidate gives during an interview matter, but their non-verbal cues also help to paint a picture about who this individual is as a professional, especially during video interviews. Decoding a job candidate’s body language and adding that to what you gain from their responses allows you to gather key insights about whether this person might be an appropriate fit for your open role.

Despite their undeniable value in the workforce, soft skills are often overlooked in formal performance assessments. This leads to an incomplete picture of employee contributions and development needs. In today’s fast-changing and technologically advancing workplace, the traditional focus on technical expertise and project outcomes in performance evaluations is no longer enough. The organizations that strive to foster more collaborative, adaptable, and innovative work environments, must place importance on soft skills.

It's hard to stay upbeat and positive when you’re applying to jobs for months and offers don’t come in, all while your finances are suffering due to lack of income. Under these conditions, it is easy to become self-critical, get discouraged, and lose your confidence. If you get stuck thinking pessimistically about your situation, you’ll lose hope quickly and head towards poor mental/emotional health. Avoiding this pitfall requires a shift in mindset.

Many people dust off their resumes, make a few tweaks, and then apply to tons of jobs hoping to get a call from one of them. That is not a winning strategy. Searching for a job is a full-time job, so be sure to spend as much time job searching as you would spend working. You must actively search for opportunities and generate leads. This will take time and effort, but the payoff will be worth it.

Unlike hard skills, which are mostly identified with the academic knowledge obtained during the formal training process, soft skills have to do with the integrated implementation of skills, which includes people, social skills, and values acquired. Just imagine the contribution a well balanced, integrated individual who is able to work well in a team, understand the company’s thesis, and engage in creative problem solving.

The rise of remote work has also produced a rise in home office gadgets, equipment, tools, and all kinds of opinions on the “best” setup. There are a plethora of lifestyle brands that can suit all types of consumers, but there’s no marketing here. The purpose of this blog is to give you some quick tips and provide you with some inspirational setups that you can use to help you figure out your own space. Let’s get to it

Balancing the demands of work, home life, and possibly caregiving while maintaining a clean living space can feel overwhelming. If you’ve struggled with keeping your home tidy while working from home, trust me, you’re not alone! It’s a challenge faced by many who juggle both professional and personal responsibilities under one roof.

Imagine if you could go back in time to January 2020. Given the upheavals we collectively lived through in 2020, what advice would you give yourself? Well, you know what advice I would give myself? I’d say: “Make sure you prepare to stay at home for a long time!” Specifically, optimize my equipment and environment for remote work.

Large companies are increasingly interested in the soft skills of their employees above their hard skills. In 2021, technical skills are no longer enough. So, what’s changed? What’s made soft skills that much more important?

To help you pass your online interview with flying colors, here's our video interview dress code. Use our guide because visuals are primarily what the interviewer would see!

If you're navigating the job market now, it's essential to adapt and refine your approach. In this post, we’ll explore 6 actionable tips to help you not just survive, but thrive in a challenging job market.

A mock interview can help you to tackle difficult questions, practice your posture, manage your interview strategies, work on your communication skills, and much more. Level up your game with the tips we’ve put together below

The hiring process is in the middle of a huge paradigm shift where interviews are now via videos and expectations are higher. With so many people unemployed, all vying for the same jobs, finding a job has become a real struggle. So, if you are looking for a job, make no mistake, your resume is your best friend, but it could also be your worst enemy.

Good communication is essential in both the workplace and everyday life. It strengthens relationships, boosts performance, and creates a more enjoyable work environment with better outcomes. Practice these basic tips, and we guarantee you’ll see positive changes at work and beyond.

According to a Gallup poll of more than 1 million employed U.S. workers, the # 1 reason why people voluntarily left their jobs is due to a bad boss or direct supervisor, and not because of the position itself.