Behavioural skills vs technical skills
A skill is nothing more than the ability to do something. Developing both technical and behavioural skills counts for a great deal for anyone seeking good results. But do you know the differences between these skills and how to develop them?
Technical Skills
Technical skills are the abilities acquired through courses, training, talks and professional experience. Many professions require specific knowledge, which means developing these skills in line with the chosen methods or profession.
Behavioural Skills
Behavioural skills, on the other hand, as the name suggests, relate to personal behaviour and, although they cannot be measured, play an important role in both professional and personal life.
These skills are developed through life experience and guide how people react to all kinds of situations. Some examples of behavioural skills are resilience, leadership, sociability, communication and emotional intelligence, among others.
The Job Market
The job market has changed. Today, when an employee is hired, the technical skills inherent to the profession are no longer enough on their own to secure a position; candidates must demonstrate behavioural skills as well.
Today, the most important behavioural skill – and the hardest to find – is emotional intelligence. It is highly valued by managers because it can have a very positive impact on a person's career and on the company that hires them. What is more, many fields tend to demand ever more of this ability.
Other skills, such as assertive communication, conflict resolution and teamwork, count heavily in any candidate's favour.
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