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3 Silent Skills That Will Change Your Professional Life Forever
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It’s hard to believe that it has already been a decade since I embarked on my professional journey.
From an above-average student to a team lead, I saw a significant growth trajectory in my career.
Starting my career as a designer, and then moving to product management was possible due to the openness I have ….
I’ve come to realize that amidst all the talk about skills, degrees, and qualifications, there are three key attributes that truly helped me land amazing opportunities as a professional.
Hope they help you grow in your career and hire a team that practices some of these skills.
1. Resourcefulness
In today’s world, where information is just a click away, the significance of being resourceful cannot be overstated. It’s all about harnessing the vast wealth of knowledge at our fingertips without overwhelming others with constant inquiries.
Instead, by leveraging tools and technology to find solutions independently, we demonstrate ownership, intelligence, and proactive thinking.
Being resourceful demonstrates
- Willingness to work
- Problem-solving approach
- Efficiency and initiation towards the work
During our hunt for a social media manager for my team, we sent the same assignment to all the candidates. We’d mentioned our website and LinkedIn to get our company details.
This one applicant went a step ahead and found us on YouTube and used a clip from a video for the assignment. We were impressed and he immediately went to the next round.
Being resourceful means you are making things happen, even when the odds are against you.
2️. Responsiveness
Time is more important than money in today’s fast-paced world.
Being responsive in professional life is one of the silent key feature which is no talked enough.
Whether it’s promptly replying to emails, swiftly addressing concerns, or…
