Employability and Soft Skills Flashcards
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What is time management and why is it an important employability skill?
Answer: The ability to plan, prioritize, and use time efficiently to meet deadlines and goals
Time management is the ability to plan, organize, and allocate time effectively across tasks and responsibilities.
What is constructive feedback and how should you respond to it?
Answer: Specific, actionable input meant to improve performance, which should be received openly
Constructive feedback is specific, actionable input intended to help improve performance or skills. It should be received with an open mind, without defensiveness.
What is the difference between hard skills and soft skills?
Answer: Hard skills are technical and measurable; soft skills are interpersonal and behavioral
Hard skills are specific, teachable, and measurable technical abilities, while soft skills are interpersonal, behavioral competencies.
Why is adaptability an important workplace skill?
Answer: Because workplaces constantly evolve and employees must adjust to new challenges and technologies
Adaptability is critical because workplaces constantly change with new technologies, evolving processes, and shifting market conditions.
What is the purpose of setting SMART goals?
Answer: To ensure goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound
SMART goals provide a framework for creating clear, actionable, and trackable objectives.
What is professional networking and why is it important for career development?
Answer: Building and maintaining professional relationships that provide career support and opportunities
Professional networking is the deliberate process of building and maintaining mutually beneficial professional relationships.