<p>I guess I’m biased because I work with a lot of people that can’t “write”. However, it is not a skill that is prominent in their responsibilities and they are VERY good at what they do.</p>
<p>It would be BETTER if they could write well. Sometimes it is FRUSTRATING that they don’t - but they don’t have to be a master at that skill to be very successful in their work and in life.</p>
<p>Basic skill in that area is enough. However, being able to PRESENT ideas and thoughts in a flowing, coherent way is absolutely key - but we have other tools besides long narratives to accomplish that - drawings, spreadsheets, powerpoints, etc.</p>
<p>The original question was, “Is writing THE MOST IMPORTANT skill for COLLEGE SUCCESS”. I have to say no, because these people graduated from college with honors, are successful in the workplace and have minimal writing skill.</p>
<p>I, PERSONALLY, think writing is important - but when I look at the evidence objectively, I have to answer the original question, “NO.”</p>