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Episode 3 Soft Skills and Ugly Cries

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Episode #3: Soft Skills and Ugly Cries

Date: February 19, 2025

Objectives:

  • 5 generations in the workplace
  • Summarize the soft skills needed in the modern workplace

    • Key Points:

    • Five Generations in the Workforce: Discussed characteristics and challenges of each generation, from Traditionalists to Generation Z.
    • Soft Skills Gap: Explored the post-pandemic lack of soft skills (communication, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, time management) and its impact on the workplace.
    • COVID Regression: Highlighted how employees missed foundational experiences during the pandemic, leading to reduced critical thinking and decision-making skills.
    • Mental Health Insights: Addressed the impact of overwhelm and stress on employees and the need for leaders to prioritize well-being.

      • Actionable Tips:

      • Soft Skills Assessment During Onboarding: Assess soft skill gaps early on and tailor development plans accordingly.
      • Mentoring: Implement mentoring programs to foster skill development and long-term relationships.
      • Stretch Assignments: Assign low-risk projects to encourage critical thinking and build confidence.
      • Time Management Training: Introduce techniques and tools to help employees manage workflows effectively.

        • Resources:

        • CNM Workforce Development Panel, 9.2024
        • Gallup, State of the Global Workplace Report
        • https://www.apa.org/topics/healthy-workplaces
        • Wall Street Journal, 12/29/2024, Where have All the Managers Gone. 

          • Next Episode:

          The Battlefront Within: Unpacking the Culture Clash in Today's Workplaces

          Topics:

          • Burnout Blues: Navigating the epidemic of chronic fatigue.
          • Ghosting the 9-to-5: Absenteeism and vanishing motivation.

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