Why It’s Time for Hr to Prioritize Soft Skills Training

It’s no secret that today’s businesses are facing a variety of internal challenges. Leaders everywhere are attempting to inspire workforces as they face a continuing global pandemic, technological transformation and increased competition. And as reports of the Great Resignation continue to sweep the nation, it has become clear that many are failing to realize the true impact of these rapid changes: misalignment between leaders and employees, as well as deteriorating company culture.

How can organizations adapt to better align with their employees’ needs and help combat turnover? The answer is multi-faceted, but it begins with adjusting our organizational approach to professional soft skill learning, which is commonly overlooked in today’s rush to digitalization. Soft skills, also known as common or core skills, are the highly transferrable, non-technical skills that relate to how one works, such as leadership, problem-solving and communication, to name a few. In taking a step back to consider the top organizational values and employee needs, today’s leaders can establish a sustainable, long-term strategy for employee skill development that ensures increased retention and employee satisfaction.

Recognize evolving employee needs and the learning they demand

Build a specific and thoughtful skill development strategy

Provide learning opportunities that stick