Interpersonal & Organizational Skills

Interpersonal and organizational skills complement each other.

People who have good interpersonal skills can relate well to others and help defuse conflict. People who have good organizational skills can plan and work diligently toward goals. Both skill-sets enhance your chances for success in your career.

Supervisors

If you're a supervisor, interpersonal skills are crucial to maintaining good working relations with your employees. Earning their trust means they'll feel free to discuss job-related problems with you. Your organizational skills matter, too. Supervisors set good examples for their employees by their ability to prioritize and delegate projects.

Employees

If you're an employee, your interpersonal skills will show your supervisor and colleagues that you're a team member who can be relied on, even during times of stress. Results-oriented employees who can plan and manage their time skillfully increase the efficiency of the entire group.

Entrepreneurs

If you're an entrepreneur, you need a high degree of interpersonal skills to network with colleagues, build relationships with clients, and know when and how to get help. You also need top-notch organizational skills to be a self-starter, stay motivated, and make wise decisions to build your business.

References

• Quintessential Careers: What Do Employers Really Want?
• Free Management Library: Interpersonal/Human Skills
• Professional Resumes: The Most Important Job Skills a Job Candidate Should Have
• Life Tools for Women.com: Traits of the Successful Entrepreneur