Learn or leave the market

The ability to focus and attention management. These are 
necessary to endure information overload, which is the most 
pressing problem nowadays.
Emotional literacy, also known as emotional intelligence. 
This is the ability to identify your feelings and take them under 
control in time. You also need high empathy, or the ability 
to understand the emotions of others, which is especially 
important in your relationships with colleagues or if you work 
in the service industry.
Creativity. Due to the automation of routine tasks, there 
is now a demand for the work that computers and machines 
are simply unable to do. We are referring to generating fresh 
ideas, meanings, and concepts.
Ecological thinking. This is the ability to understand that 
everything in the world is interconnected and one thing leads 
to another. The need for this skill is dictated by modern society, 
which cares both for each other and for the environment.
Cross-cultural sensitivity. In the context of globalization, 
it is necessary to understand and respect the traditions and 
cultures of other people, especially if you are dealing with the 
international market. This applies to other age groups as well. 
For example, if you work with younger people or, conversely, 
with the older generation.
The ability to learn. We have already discussed the impor-
tance of planning your self-education system. Without constant 
learning, you will lose your competitiveness. No one can learn 
new skills for you; you need to take this process in your own 
hands and strive for development.
Now, let’s recall what hard and soft skills are. They will be useful both 
for holding the same position and for reaching new heights.
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Skills of Businessmen and Leaders of the Future. Chapter 7.