Knowledge Centre – SkillsCamp

We know the importance of soft skills, but don’t just take our word for it. Here’s some of the reading we’ve been doing.

98% of employers look for communication skills when hiring.

1. “Soft Skills Still Outweigh Education in Entry-level Hires: Infographic”
Having the right skills (i.e. communication, teamwork, flexibility and positive attitude) when applying for a job is starting to outweigh having a high level of education.

2. “The Top 10 Skills You Need at Work That Have Nothing to Do with Your Job.”
Skills include: writing, verbal communication, self confidence, assertiveness, time management, networking, basic technology, critical thinking / problem solving, negotiation, ability to work well with others and empathy.

3. “The Importance of Employee Engagement”
Companies with engaged employees outperform up to 202% better. A relationship with the direct manager, a belief in the leadership and pride in working for the company contribute to employee engagement.

Companies with engaged employees outperform up to 202% better.

4. “Why New Hires Fail (Emotional Intelligence Vs. Skills)”
New employees are failing more and more due to poor interpersonal skills. Surprisingly, only 11% fail because they lack the necessary technical skills. This is an issue for employers, who are burdening from the financial cost of hiring failures.

81% of employers identified “Teamwork” as a necessary skill for employees.

5. “Employer Perceptions of Co-Curricular Engagement & the Co-Curricular Record”
Research into employers, candidate materials and hiring factors, validation, competencies, and use and value of the Co-Curricular Record.

6. “Majority of U.S. Employees Not Engaged Despite Gains in 2014”
Majority of employees are not ‘engaged’ (enthusiastic and committed to their work) in their job. Improved engagement levels could be a reflection of the country’s improved economic conditions. Millennials are the least engaged generation despite employee engagement being the highest it’s been since it started being recorded in 2000.

8. “Success Factors Even More Important Than IQ (Infographic)”
“We are often led to believe that the only way to succeed is to be blessed with an exceptional IQ. Yet findings suggest that emotional intelligence is actually a greater indication for success than intellect.”

85% of financial success is generated from people skills.