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what are "soft skills", is that people skills?
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<p>Generally speaking, yes. More specifically, they are things like the ability to communicate well, to lead people, to get people to do what you want them to do even if you don't hold any formal power over them (i.e. you're not their boss), the ability to sell (not just products, but also yourself and your own abilities - this is a crucial skill in interviews), the ability to size people up quickly, the ability to lead, etc.</p>