Social skills are crucial when communicating with other people, verbally and non-verbally. These skills are essential in every environment you find yourself.
Here are 5 social skills to get you started:
1. Effective communication
Effective communication is one of the key social skills in everyday interactions with people. It’s the only way they can actually understand what you are trying to relay to them. It is especially important when you work in a place where you have to talk with a lot of people or relay concise information quickly. If you are a socially awkward person or have issues with talking to people, you can write the words down and practice what you have to say to people before-hand.
2. Active Listening
In conversations with people, ability to listen and actually hear what people have to say reduces social awkwardness. People naturally come to you for advice, guidance and your opinion on matters. If you are not really good at listening, make a conscious effort to really listen to what people have to say.
3. Empathy
4. Good manners
Good manners make you a generally likeable person. It can also help one get up the food chain. A simple ‘thank you’ can make a colleague’s day and it immediately gets you in their good books. People relate more to people with good manners than people who don’t.
5. Emotional intelligence
Academic intelligence is not enough to get a headway in life. Emotional intelligence is important too. Ability to read the room and act accordingly can save you in some situations. Ability to read body language can help too. Know when people are tired or frustrated and behave accordingly.
These social skills, when used correctly, will yield positive results and give you a better outlook on life.
Also, read these tips for better self-care practices.
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