5 Key skills that new age leaders need It was in the early 90s while studying MS in USA, I remember writing a paper about how AI and robotics may take away some of our jobs. However, 3 decades later it’s a reality staring at us! The pace at which AI, Automation, Robotics and Voice …

There is nothing soft about soft skills. A recent CareerBuilder study showcased just how important soft skills have become for employers in these competitive times. In the study, 62% of the employers rated the employee’s soft skills as very important. Having a positive attitude, being dependable and working under pressure are fundamental building blocks that …

Everyone agrees that finding employees with the right technical skills is important. However, fundamental soft skills like communication, critical thinking and teamwork are now sought in every employee irrespective of their seniority level, job function and the type of industry. Nine in 10 employers believe that graduates with soft skills will become more important as …

Successful organizations have one thing in common; they have good leaders across all levels, leaders who lead by example, have the best skillsets and who take responsibility for their actions. Such character-based senior professionals set the tone for the team, the unit and the organization. It has been established that developing character is complex. It …

Time and again, research has shown that increase in employee engagement has a direct and profound correlation on organizational performance in areas such as productivity, customer service and loyalty. Yet, a critical part of that engagement process—soft skills training—does not get as much attention as it should. While companies are happy to invest on enhancing …