4/20/2026

Soft Skills - Do and Don't







Work Ethic

Do: Work hard without anyone asking and without complaining

Don't: Focus on number of hours outcomes are far more important


Growth Mindset

Do: Crave learning and feedback,and put those lessons to use

Don't: Be too arrogant to grow


Professionalism

Do: Act maturely and respectfully no matter who you're with

Don't: Think you can cross a line with certain people or situations


Self-Awareness

Do: Pay attention to how your words and actions come across

Don't: Make assumptions about what other people will think


Emotional Intelligence

Do: Notice your emotions and manage your responses to them

Don't: Act out of anger


Communication

Do: Be succinct, clear, and direct in writing and speaking

Don't: Think complexity makes you sound smart


Drive

Do: Dive into projects headfirst and before anyone has to ask

Don't: Depend on others for motivation - find it within


Collegiality

Do: Be kind and easy to work with

Don't: Take it too far - you can be likeable without being a pushover


Adaptability

Do: Adjust quickly when there's new information or circumstances

Don't: Fail to draw lessons from mistakes, and act on them


Dependability

Do: Keep your promises, staying true to your word every time

Don't: Make excuses


Active Listening

Do: Listen attentively, validate their points, and ask questions

Don't: Interrupt, multitask, or make things all about you


Time Management

Do: Stay organized, prioritize your tasks, and avoid distractions

Don't: Miss deadlines or take on more than you can handle


Persistence

Do: Be resilient after setbacks, continuing to move forward

Don't: Give up when it gets hard


Perceptiveness

Do: Pay attention to the mood and responses of others

Don't: Fail to make adjustments based on what you notice


Teamwork

Do: Collaborate well, sharing work, information, and credit

Don't: Try to do it all yourself - it won't work as well as you think


Integrity

Do: Tell the truth and make the ethical choice in all scenarios

Don't: Try to hide or cover up





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Soft Skills - Do and Don't

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