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Using soft skills to help women close the leadership gap
As younger generations enter the workforce and hybrid work becomes common, executive leadership skills are evolving. Both men and women bring unique soft skills to the table, influenced by personality and experience. Women often exhibit empathy but may doubt their expertise, while men tend to exude confidence. However, today, people-focused skills hold paramount importance in leadership.
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Why are these soft skills important now?
The workplace has been evolving for years, with the pandemic accelerating trends like remote and hybrid work. Soft skills like flexibility, emotional intelligence, and communication are now crucial, aiding executive leaders in managing distributed teams effectively. Understanding people's values and motivations is key to retaining talent in today's competitive market.
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Emotional intelligence in the workplace
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2026 Salary Guide
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10 Common Resume Mistakes That Hurt Your Chances with Recruiters
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IT trends in 2026: accelerating transformation
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Digital detox at work: how to boost focus and reduce stress
Discover how a digital detox improves focus, reduces stress and increases productivity at work. Learn practical steps to disconnect, recharge and regain balance.
Administratie, HR en support in 2026: digitale groei in Nederland
Explore the top 2026 trends in administration, HR and customer support, including digital skills, rising demand, salary insights and evolving support roles. Based on the Robert Half Salary Guide.
How to mention your language skills on a resume?
Wondering how to include language skills on your CV? Learn when to mention them and how to present your proficiency clearly to impress employers.
Finance and accounting in 2026: key trends, digital transformation and new opportunities
Discover the top finance and accounting trends for 2026, including digital transformation, rising demand for specialized skills, salary insights and talent shortages. Explore key findings from the Robert Half Salary Guide 2026.
Robert Half Employees Raise More Than $1 Million for Make-A-Wish International
At Robert Half, giving back is part of who we are. This year, our International Business employees reached an incredible milestone – coming together across 19 countries to raise more than $1 million USD for Make-A-Wish (MAW) International.
