Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Soft skills are becoming increasingly more important to overall organizational performance. Firms must therefore cultivate positive attitudes toward acquisition of such skills by boosting perceptions of their value. They can also address concerns about the trainability of soft skills through a design of training that is informal, context-specific and cost-effective. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
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