It is critical for instructors to model professionalism to their students and all others with whom they work. As role models for their professional area, instructors set the standard for the professional conduct that their students need to acquire. This group is for educators who aspire to discuss and master the competencies necessary for exemplary performance and top customer service in a dynamic, rapidly changing education landscape. Group members share best practices, ideas, thoughts, reflections, and resources to help colleagues across the globe improve performance.
Be a better active listener without interrupting conversation of others.
Mostly this section was a review as well as a challenge to have a servant's heart.
During an interview, soft skills are recognized and often more important than the degrees or other accolades a person possesses.
In my life, I have met many intelligent persons who can barely make it in life.
I enjoy learning about thought reframing because it helps to replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts.
Emotional intelligence allows individuals to understand their reactions before making a decision that may jeopardize one's role as an instructor.
Soft skills include having common sense. I was surprised that soft skills had 85% over just having hard skills in the workplace success.
I was surprised in the difference of value between soft skills and hard skills. Although hard skills are just as important as soft skills, soft skills are important for communication and teamwork.
I feel time management is a key to profitability in my industry.
Really emphasizing why something happens or doesn't happen due to an action can help develop creative thinking.
Michael Gingrich
A basic review of why and How soft skills are important in the workplace
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