In today’s competitive job market, acing an interview requires more than just technical expertise. Soft skills have become the secret sauce that sets candidates apart and makes them irresistible to potential employers. In our session on Sept 1 (Sunday), our coach Jerusha Ranshinge and our participant members delved into the world of interview preparation and explored the crucial role soft skills play in landing your dream job.

Key Takeaways:

• Appearance is key: How you dress matters.
• Behaviour: How our behaviour and body langauage speakslouder than our words.
• Communication is vital: We practiced articulating thoughts clearly and concisely, and actively listening to questions.
• Confidence is contagious: We discussed strategies for exuding self-assurance, from body language to positive self-talk.
• Digital presence is crucial: Crafting a professional LinkedIn profile that showcases your skills and experience. Ensuring consistency across all social media platforms

Actionable Tips:

• Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the interviewer
• Use positive body language to make a strong first impression
• Practice, practice, practice – with a friend, family member, or mentor

This was the final session of our soft skills program. The entire workshop program has been a resounding success with our coach Jerusha Ranshinge equipping participants with the soft skills needed to shine in any interview, in professional life and personal life as well.