EnglishLanguageLab —
SoftSkills
WhatisaSoftSkill?
“Soft skills” is a term used by employers to describe the personality traits and interpersonal skills required of employees to succeed in almost any job.
In recent years, they have become more and more important to a successful professional career and recently have become a popular talking point in the media, among employers and officials.
WhySoftSkillsMatterforStudents
Developing soft skills for students is crucial for:
• Effective Communication: Articulating thoughts clearly and listening actively.
• Teamwork: Collaborating harmoniously with peers.
• Problem-Solving: Navigating challenges with critical thinking.
• Time Management: Prioritizing tasks efficiently.
• Adaptability: Embracing change with resilience.
Byrefiningtheseskills,studentscannavigateacademicsettingsmoreefficiently and prepare for future career opportunities.
BuildConfidencewithEssentialSoftSkills
Learningnowadaysisnotallaboutknowledge.Tosucceedinschool,atwork,and in life, you also need soft skills. These are the people and social skills that enable you to communicate, solve problems, and work with others.
At English Language Lab, we teach students these valuable soft skills in structured, hands-on, and interactive lessons.
Self Esteem
Building Self Esteem
Activity - Building Self Esteem
Self Insight
Johari Window
Activity - Johari Window
Presentation Skills
Importance of Presentation Skills
Do’s of Presentation
Do’s of Presentation - Define
Do’s of Presentation – Kiss Your Audience
Do’s of Presentation – Pace
Do’s of Presentation – Body Language
Body Language Classification – Eye Contact
PresentationSkills
Body Language Classification – Posture
Body Language Classification – Head Position
Body Language Classification – Arms
Body Language Classification – Legs
Do’s of Presentation – Relevance
Don’ts of Presentation
Organizing Presentation
Introduction
Body Conclusion
Communication Skills
Communication - Definition
Communication - Process
Key Elements of Communication – what to Communicate
Key Elements of Communication – How to Communicate
Key Elements of Communication – what to Expect
Communication - Objectives
Communication Functions – Inform/Suggest
CommunicationSkills
Activity – Holding pencil
Communication Functions – Instruct/Command
Communication Functions – Integrate
Communication Functions – Influence/Persuade
Activity-Influence - Persuade
Communication Barriers – Interpersonal
Unclear Process
Chain of Command
Activity - Chinese Whisper
Personal Limitations
COMMUNICATION barriers - Common
Human Nature
Conflicts
Power
Learn to Speak for Yourself
Ball Activity
Power of Listening
Reason for Poor Listening
Guidelines for Effective Listening
Barriers to Listening
Paper Activity
Body Language
Body Language – Points to Remember
Activity – Body Language
Remember
Tips for Group Discussion
GroupDiscussion
Conclusion
Qualities Shown In Group Discussion
Interview Skills
Job offer Process
InterviewSkills
Resume - Purpose
Tips for RESUME Preparation
Order of Information
Tips for Effective INTERVIEW - Appearance
Tips for Effective INTERVIEW - Arrival
Tips for effective INTERVIEW - Arrival
Sample – Self Introduction
Tips for Effective INTERVIEW – Eye Contact
Tips for effective INTERVIEW – Body Language
Tips for Effective INTERVIEW – Interest in Job
Tips for Effective INTERVIEW – Give interviewer
Chance to Speak
Tips for effective INTERVIEW – General Tone
Tips for effective INTERVIEW – Closing
Tips for effective INTERVIEW – Closing
Activity - Interview Skills
What is JAM (Just a Minute) round?
Tips for cracking JAM Round
Activity - Jam
Job Specific Rounds
Job Specific Rounds
Expectation from Candidate – HR Interview
What creates Bad Impression
