How to make a business case for soft skills development

Written By Erica Yvonnet

Soft skills training is a business imperative. Whether you’re a CEO, an executive, or a business leader, this is a fact you cannot afford to ignore.

According to Deloitte, soft skill-intensive occupations will account for two-thirds of all jobs by 2030 compared to half of all jobs in 2000. 

Added to this, the World Economic Forum’s The Future of Jobs Report 2023 revealed 8 out of 10 skills most valued by employers are soft skills, such as creative thinking, self-awareness, empathy, and curiosity. 

So if you want your organisation to thrive in the future, you need to be doubling down on soft skills. 

But if only the case for soft skills were that simple.

While many business leaders say they want soft skills, when it comes to the crunch, they often still prioritise technical skills training over soft skills training. 

The challenge is the lack of direct measurability. How can you prove that soft skills will make a direct positive impact on the business and its precious bottom line?

How do you convince decision-makers that soft skills training is worth a serious investment?

Rest easy - we’ve assembled an actionable 5 step guide, How to Make a Case for Soft Skills Development!

Need to build a case for human skills training ASAP? Our team can help. Explore our menu of Maxme Products & Programs or contact us anytime to discuss the best approach for your people. 

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