Soft Skills for Employability: A Practical Guide for Business Students

Today's graduates face more aggressive competition than ever before when they enter the job market. This book is a practical guide to harnessing these 'soft or 'enterprise skills' and sets itself apart from the pack and succeed on the career path of your choosing. It combines useful theory and applied practical exercises to help you navigate these skills. Each section is explained briefly, and the skills can only be mastered through regular use and are unique to you personally.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The job market is becoming increasingly competitive for today's graduates, and it is essential for them to have an edge in this environment. While technical skills learned at university are crucial, graduates need additional "soft skills" to succeed. These skills include communication, collaboration, creativity, and the ability to work in social environments. This book aims to provide a practical guide to harnessing these "soft or enterprise skills". It is backed by scientific evidence that these skills can be learned and acquired. By embracing these skills, graduates can set themselves apart from the competition and achieve their career goals.

The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of these skills. The first section examines the workplace and workplace culture, highlighting how it is changing and the skills required for success. The second section provides practical tools to build confidence, personal authenticity, and relationships with potential colleagues. The third section focuses on empathy and reading others as a tool for working collaboratively and communicating effectively with peers. The fourth section covers holding the attention of a group in presentations, meetings, and other work-related situations. The fifth section discusses developing a practical and personal action plan to put these skills into practice.

Like any other skill, these soft skills require regular practice and development. This textbook is an ideal companion for undergraduate employability courses, particularly in business schools. It provides a comprehensive and practical approach to developing these skills, which are essential for success in today's competitive job market.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138682764