Got Soft Skills? READY, SET, CONNECT! MEBAs 2014-2015 WEBINAR SERIES Guest speaker, Jerry Reardon with the Law Office of Jerry Reardon, LLC www.mebasc.com Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills Hard Skills: teachable skills that can be defined and
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Got Soft Skills? READY, SET, CONNECT! MEBA’s 2014-2015 WEBINAR SERIES Guest speaker, Jerry Reardon with the Law Office of Jerry Reardon, LLC www.mebasc.com<br>
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Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills Hard Skills: teachable skills that can be defined and measured. Examples of hard skills developed in high school include math, science, reading, writing, use of technology. These skills also include jobs skills like typing, welding and nursing.
Soft Skills: personality-driven skills like etiquette, getting along with others, listening and engaging in small talk.
Hard skills and soft skills are equally important in preparing for college and career. www.mebasc.com<br>
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Soft Skills for Success Strong Work Ethic
Positive Attitude
Good Communication Skills
Time Management
Acting as a Team Player
Flexibility/Adaptability
Self-confidence www.mebasc.com<br>
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Strong Work Ethic Questions to ask yourself:
Am I motivated and dedicated to getting the job done, no matter how horrible it may seem?
Will I work hard, always doing my best? www.mebasc.com<br>
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Positive Attitude www.mebasc.com “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.”
– Winston Churchill
Personal reflection:
Am I optimistic and upbeat?
Do I generate good energy and community with the people around me?<br>
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Good Communication Skills www.mebasc.com How well one articulates what they speak or write.
Being a good listener.
Understanding the other person.
Body language.<br>
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Time Management Questions to ask yourself:
How well do I prioritize different tasks and projects at one time?
Are you wise about the way you spend your time, use your time? www.mebasc.com<br>
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Acting as a Team Player www.mebasc.com Personal reflection:
How well do I work in groups and teams?
Do I have a preference?
How important is this to my career choice?<br>
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Flexibility/Adaptability Open to new ideas
Embrace change
Adapt to new situations
Consider alternatives
Willing to learn new things
Grow personally and professionally www.mebasc.com<br>
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Self-Confidence Believe in yourself.
Trust in your abilities, judgment, network.
Have courage to ask questions and contribute ideas. www.mebasc.com<br>
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For more information on career opportunities and resources, please visit
Midlands Education and Business Alliance at
www.mebasc.com www.mebasc.com<br>
