Hard vs soft skills & The entry-level catch-22 - GCFGlobal

What are hard skills?

• Skills specific to your job

• Interpersonal skills

• Skills learned through hobbies

• Skills that are subjective

Which of the following is an example of a soft skill?

• Coding

• Cooking

• Communication

• Data analysis

How are hard skills generally learned?

• Through social interactions

• Through school, training, or work experience

• Through watching videos

• Through reading novels

What makes hard skills easier to measure compared to soft skills?

• They are based on personal traits.

• They are difficult to evaluate.

• They can be demonstrated through certifications and education.

• They require real-world practice.

Why are soft skills harder to evaluate?

• They are easily measured through tests.

• They can be clearly shown in a resume.

• They require observation over time.

• They are based on technical knowledge.

What is necessary to become more successful in your current job according to the text?

• Only hard skills.

• Only soft skills.

• Both hard and soft skills.

• Neither hard nor soft skills.

What is a common issue faced when looking for an entry-level job?

• Lack of job listings

• Requirement of prior experience

• High salary expectations

• Limited job locations

How many years of experience are often required for entry-level jobs?

• 0 to 1 year

• 1 to 5 years

• 5 to 10 years

• More than 10 years

What is the term used to describe the dilemma of needing experience to get an entry-level job?

• Entry-level paradox

• Entry-level catch-22

• Entry-level dilemma

• Entry-level puzzle

Why do some companies increase their job requirements?

• To attract more applicants

• To lower the number of applicants

• To make the job easier

• To increase training time