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1.5: Soft skills definitions

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    TEN SOFT SKILLS TO HELP YOU SUCCEED:

    1 reliable —This type of person can be counted on to get things done. They
    come to work on time.
    2 friendly—This person is outgoing and kind to others.
    3 team player—This person works well with other people and does their best
    to help the company or group succeed.
    4 communication skills—This type of person is good at talking and
    explaining things. They make sure people are heard and answered.
    5 follow directions— This person can do what they are told in the right way.
    They can ask for clarification if they are not sure.
    6 honest—This type of person can be trusted and will not steal or be lazy.
    7 enthusiastic—This person has a cheerful and upbeat attitude.
    8 conflict resolution skills—This person is able to deal with problems and
    work things out with the people involved without causing a scene or making
    drama.
    9 ability to work on your own— A person like this works well by themselves
    or with little supervision. They don’t need to be watched or supervised to do
    the right thing.
    10 multi-tasking—This type of person can do more than one thing at a time
    and not become confused.


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