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DUMAWORKS.COM | +254 702 093 793 | MARKETING@DUMAWORKS.COM
SOFT SKILLS IN THE JOB SEARCH
HELLO, NICE TO MEET YOU!
Duma Works is a digital job matching
platform that connects employers with qualified job candidates.
WHAT ARE SOFT SKILLS?
CAN I WORK WITH YOU?
CAN I WORK WITH YOU?
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES needed for success on the job.
CAN I WORK WITH YOU?
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES needed for success on the job.
LESS QUANTIFIABLE than hard skills, which are specific knowledge and abilities, usually acquired from school or previous work experiences.
SOFT SKILLS = PEOPLE SKILLS
SOFT SKILLS = PEOPLE SKILLS
ATTITUDE
SOFT SKILLS = PEOPLE SKILLS
ATTITUDE NETWORKING
SOFT SKILLS = PEOPLE SKILLS
ATTITUDE NETWORKING
COMMUNICATION
SOFT SKILLS = PEOPLE SKILLS
ATTITUDE
TEAMWORK
NETWORKING
COMMUNICATION
SOFT SKILLS = THINKING SKILLS
SOFT SKILLS = THINKING SKILLS
CREATIVITY
SOFT SKILLS = THINKING SKILLS
CREATIVITY PROBLEM SOLVING
SOFT SKILLS = THINKING SKILLS
CREATIVITY PROBLEM SOLVING
WORK ETHIC
SOFT SKILLS = THINKING SKILLS
CREATIVITY PROBLEM SOLVING
WORK ETHIC CRITICAL THINKING
EVEN IF YOU’RE BRILLIANT, YOU WON’T GET HIRED IF YOU LACK PEOPLE SKILLS
YOU WON’T GET HIRED IF YOU CAN’T WORK HARD AND THINK ON YOUR OWN
HOW TO SHOW SOFT SKILLS
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
Why? A person with leadership skills shows responsibility, independence & critical thinking.
LEADERSHIP
Why? A person with leadership skills shows responsibility, independence & critical thinking.
On your CV Emphasize leadership roles in courses, volunteer activities, community service, and make sure you include the positive outcome of your leadership.
LEADERSHIP
Why? A person with leadership skills shows responsibility, independence & critical thinking.
On your CV Emphasize leadership roles in courses, volunteer activities, community service, and make sure you include the positive outcome of your leadership.
In the interview Use anecdotes and past experiences that clearly demonstrate your leadership experience. Briefly describe the situation, tell what you did specifically, and report on the positive outcome.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT Why? A person with project management skills means that they understand how to delegate, keep an eye on the big picture, and manage a team.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT Why? A person with project management skills means that they understand how to delegate, keep an eye on the big picture, and manage a team.
On your CV Emphasize your experience managing a project (even on campus!) and the positive outcomes. If you don’t have experience, show courses you have taken that taught project management.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT Why? A person with project management skills means that they understand how to delegate, keep an eye on the big picture, and manage a team.
On your CV Emphasize your experience managing a project (even on campus!) and the positive outcomes. If you don’t have experience, show courses you have taken that taught project management.
In the interview Describe a time that you managed a project from start to finish. Mention numbers, e.g. I managed 50 colleagues in 3 different cities for a 1 year project.
PEOPLE SKILLS
PEOPLE SKILLS Why? People like working with people they like! People lacking people skills have trouble communicating with others, networking, and generally being liked.
PEOPLE SKILLS Why? People like working with people they like! People lacking people skills have trouble communicating with others, networking, and generally being liked.
On your CV Emphasize how you relate to people through various activities, conferences and relevant events that you have been part of. Show how you have pulled teams together, managed customers, & managed vendors.
PEOPLE SKILLS Why? People like working with people they like! People lacking people skills have trouble communicating with others, networking, and generally being liked.
On your CV Emphasize how you relate to people through various activities, conferences and relevant events that you have been part of. Show how you have pulled teams together, managed customers, & managed vendors.
In the interview Show, don’t tell. This is your chance to show that you’re someone likeable and easy to work with. Be positive, upbeat, and friendly. Smile! J
COMMUNICATION
COMMUNICATION
Why? Writing and public speaking are critical skills whether one is representing a company, talking to an authority, or managing conflicts.
COMMUNICATION
Why? Writing and public speaking are critical skills whether one is representing a company, talking to an authority, or managing conflicts.
On your CV Understand that your communication skills are reflected by how you write & format your CV, and by how you write the email in which you send your CV.
COMMUNICATION
Why? Writing and public speaking are critical skills whether one is representing a company, talking to an authority, or managing conflicts.
On your CV Understand that your communication skills are reflected by how you write & format your CV, and by how you write the email in which you send your CV.
In the interview Make sure to speak articulately and listen carefully. Prepare and practice responses to common interview questions before your interview.
SALES SKILLS
SALES SKILLS Why? People with sales skills bring business to the company. These days, many employers expect basic sales skills from all employees.
SALES SKILLS Why? People with sales skills bring business to the company. These days, many employers expect basic sales skills from all employees.
On your CV Demonstrate an interest and expertise in sales, and mention your past sales accomplishments ie. “Overperformed sales targets by 20% in 3 consecutive quarters at Company X.”
SALES SKILLS Why? People with sales skills bring business to the company. These days, many employers expect basic sales skills from all employees.
On your CV Demonstrate an interest and expertise in sales, and mention your past sales accomplishments ie. “Overachieved sales targets by 20% in 3 consecutive quarters at Company X.”
In the interview Do your homework. Before the interview, you should know what the company sells, their value proposition, and business model. Come with ideas on how you can improve their sales.
WHERE TO LEARN SOFT SKILLS
TRAINING PROGRAMS
TRAINING PROGRAMS
In-person classes Dolphins Group Kenya Institute of Management
TRAINING PROGRAMS
In-person classes Dolphins Group Kenya Institute of Management
Online classes African Management Initiative (www.africanmanagers.org) Power Play (www.africanmanagers.org) Skillsoft (www.skillsoft.com) YouTube courses Online business magazines (FastCompany, Inc, Forbes)
TRAINING PROGRAMS
In-person classes Dolphins Group Kenya Institute of Management
Online classes African Management Initiative (www.africanmanagers.org) Power Play (www.africanmanagers.org) Skillsoft (www.skillsoft.com) YouTube courses Online business magazines (FastCompany, Inc, Forbes) Degree and Diploma Programs Many universities offer courses in public speaking, communication, project management, and leadership
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