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Soft Skills · Reading Time

Time to read each topic once: its main content only (the PYQs and ⚡ Quick recall boxes are extra), for an average reader.

By Unit

Unit Written Time
Unit 1 · Soft Skills, Self-Discovery and Motivation 12/12 1 h 16 min
Unit 2 · Communication, GD and Teamwork 14/14 1 h 18 min
Unit 3 · Interviews, Presentations and Personality 10/10 52 min
Total 36/36 3 h 26 min

Unit 1 · Soft Skills, Self-Discovery and Motivation

Topic Time
1.1 Soft Skills: Definition, Types and Significance ★★★ 8 min
1.2 Soft Skill Development: Process, Implementation and Measurement ★★★ 5 min
1.3 Self-Discovery and Self-Awareness ★ 5 min
1.4 Setting Goals ★ 7 min
1.5 Beliefs, Values and Virtue ★★★ 4 min
1.6 Attitude: Meaning, Components and Formation ★★★ 6 min
1.7 Developing Positive Thinking and Attitude ★★★ 7 min
1.8 Driving out Negativity ★ 7 min
1.9 Motivation: Meaning, Types and Importance ★ 5 min
1.10 Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory ★★★ 6 min
1.11 Other Theories of Motivation ★★★ 9 min
1.12 Enhancing Motivation Levels ★ 7 min

Unit 2 · Communication, GD and Teamwork

Topic Time
2.1 Communication Process, Models and Channels ★★★ 6 min
2.2 Barriers to Communication ★ 6 min
2.3 Interpersonal Relations and Interpersonal Communication ★★ 5 min
2.4 Listening Skills ☆ 3 min
2.5 Essential Formal Writing Skills ☆ 4 min
2.6 Corporate Communication Styles: Assertion, Persuasion, Negotiation ★★ 5 min
2.7 Conflict Management ★ 7 min
2.8 Public Speaking: Skills, Methods, Strategies and Tips ★★★ 6 min
2.9 Group Discussion: Importance, Planning, Elements and Skills Assessed ★★★ 6 min
2.10 GD Techniques: Initiating, Disagreeing, Summarizing and Attaining the Objective ★★★ 5 min
2.11 Non-Verbal Communication and Body Language ★★★ 5 min
2.12 Teams: Concept, Team Communication and Building Effective Teams ★★★ 6 min
2.13 Leadership: Concept, Qualities, Styles and Honing Skills ★★ 8 min
2.14 Decision-Making: Types, Process and Group Methods ★ 6 min

Unit 3 · Interviews, Presentations and Personality

Topic Time
3.1 Interview Skills: Interviewer and Interviewee Perspectives ☆ 4 min
3.2 Before, During and After the Interview; Tips for Success ★★ 4 min
3.3 Resume / CV and Cover Letter ★★★ 6 min
3.4 Presentation Skills: Types, Content and Audience Analysis ★★ 5 min
3.5 Presentation Delivery: Before, During and After; Overcoming Nervousness ★★★ 5 min
3.6 Etiquette and Manners: Social and Business ★ 5 min
3.7 Time Management: Concept, Essentials and Tips ★★ 6 min
3.8 Personality: Meaning, Nature, Features and Determinants ★★ 8 min
3.9 Stages and Models of Personality ★★ 5 min
3.10 Learning and Adaptability Skills ★★ 4 min