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Professional Soft Skills: The currency of today’s workforce revolution

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December 31, 2024
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A pressing concern among government leaders and higher education institutions (HEIs) is the urgent need to fast-track skilling to boost employability. As organizations increasingly prioritize professional soft skills, India faces a national challenge to align its talent pipeline with this requirement to meet the vision for Viksit Bharat 2047. The question now is not if we need to act but how quickly we can adapt to the professional soft skills revolution.

Guest Author – Suma Nair, Senior Product Manager, TCS iON

Why Professional Soft Skills are non-negotiable

Picture this: A promising graduate, eager to join the workforce, is hired for a critical role. Yet within a few weeks, they struggle to meet workplace expectations—not because they lack technical knowledge but because they are unable to fit into the organization’s work culture. The shortfall reflects in how they collaborate internally, handle customers, meet deadlines, and adapt to changes, overall impacting productivity. This gap not only frustrates employers but also hinders the individual’s career trajectory.

Only 51.25% of Indian graduates are considered employable. Skills for the modern economy and advanced digital skills are cited as reasons for educational unemployment. The focus is on soft skills for the 21st century job market. Professional soft skills are no longer “nice to have” – they are indispensable.

Professional Soft Skills The Currency of Today's Workforce Revolution

The growing skills deficit: A wake-up call

Employers are clear: they need individuals who are productive and accountable from day one. Talent with the right skills sets and mindset is an asset –

  • Communication: Employees must express ideas clearly, listen actively, and foster team cohesion.
  • Collaboration: Teams thrive on synergy. Without it, inefficiency and missed opportunities become the norm.
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Professionals who think creatively and take initiative drive innovation and organizational growth.
  • Adaptability: Resilience in the face of change ensures consistency and high performance in dynamic environments.
  • Digital Proficiency: In a tech-driven world, digital skills are fundamental. Falling behind in this area risks irrelevance.

Also read: The future of work: Soft Skills are now a non-negotiable

From crisis to solution: Empowering the workforce

Recognize the alert – both corporates and the training organizations must recognize the urgency and work towards it. Until a few years ago, developing these skills was more of a reactive effort by organizations. Now, as this increasingly comes into the spotlight, we are seeing it move into education – with NEP 2020 mandating integration of some of these skills into the curriculum to prepare learners for the industry.

How TCS iON is shaping the future

TCS iON’s innovative skill-building journeys are designed for sustainable employment, hence industry and job ready focus is of paramount importance. We have identified the appropriate skills consortia that meet evolving work roles and their requirements. Tailored with the right-fit pedagogy that enables, learn-practice-reflect-apply pedagogy for greater impact.

Act now for a future-ready workforce

The urgency is clear: India must bridge the professional skills gap to remain competitive globally. TCS iON is committed to equipping individuals with the tools they need to excel, fostering a workforce that is resilient, adaptable, and ready for the challenges of tomorrow.

Connect with TCS iON today to ensure your workforce is prepared to succeed in a fast-changing world.

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