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Research update on the most in-demand soft skills

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But since 2007 companies advertising C-suite openings have increasingly emphasised the importance of social skills and de-emphasised operational expertise. It used data from Russell Reynolds of nearly 5,000 job descriptions between 2000 to 2017 – for positions including CEO, CIO, Head of HR and CMO. Contact mpf@pmint.co.uk

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Soft skills for tough barristers (Reflection, Self-Coaching, Change, EQ, Awareness, Goal-setting, Communications) Counsel Magazine

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If your review suggests you need to develop your soft skills, it can be an uncomfortable prospect for a tough barrister as it involves more than knowledge-acquisition. The seasonal break allows time to step back and reflect on what you’ve achieved and where you’re heading. The importance of soft skills? Let me share some of the findings.