TEXT 1. SOFT SKILLS VS HARD SKILLS Compiled by B.Jolamanova (http.v/en.wikipedia ore wiki/Soft skills http://www.bettersoftskills.com/research.htm http://www.praxisconsulting.org/PeopleSkills.pdf)
PRE-READING
Activity 1. Guess what the terms “soft skills” and “hard skills” may mean.
Part 1. Definition:
Soft skills is a broad sociological term which refers to the cluster of personality traits, social graces, facility with language, personal habits, friendliness, and optimism that mark people to varying degrees. Soft skills are personal attributes that enhance an individual's interactions, job performance and career prospects. To be good at soft skills usually takes Emotional Intelligence or EQ (also known as your right brain – the emotional center).
