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Institute of Petroleum Studies: About The Bulletin
Institute of Petroleum Studies: About The Bulletin
• Career Clinic Highlight (26-Feb-2021) The content and views expressed in this document reflect only
• Petroleum Updates the opinion of the authors and not of the School.
In the industry, numerous capabilities are demanded Soft skilled individuals exhibit a trait termed as Emotional
from an individual on the job. The ability to deliver Intelligence also known as Emotional Quotient (EQ)
on a job goes beyond the intelligence quotient of an which is the ability to recognize, understand and
individual as it can only help get a job. Hence, in bid manage the emotions of one’s self and of others. It is
to enjoy job security, it is paramount for an individual commonly defined by four attributes which are: Self-
to possess both soft skills and emotional intelligence. management, self-awareness, social awareness and
relationship management. Therefore, soft skills and
Soft skills entail a combination of personality traits, emotional intelligence are key to the performance of
behaviors and social attitudes that boost the proficiency an individual in handling of a job.
of an individual in communication, conflict resolution,
adaptability to change, etc. Some of these skills include
problem solving, analytical/critical thinking, leadership, Career Clinic Highlight (26 - Feb -2021)
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communication and stress management. Individuals
As an engineer, there is a daunting task to balance
with soft skills tend to showcase strong situational
professional life, personal life and health. The
awareness and emotional intelligence which is key to
conscious effort to bridge this gap through effective
navigating through challenging work conditions while
time management distinguishes a successful
still ensuring optimal productivity.
Engineer from others.