Discussion Post: Manager Skills
According to research, employers want managers to acquire three skills through education and experience:
i. Technical skill: the ability to perform a specific job in their field.
ii. Conceptual skill: the ability to think beyond their department to understand how the organization functions as a whole.
iii. Interpersonal skill: the "soft" skills of connecting and interacting with people.
These important skills are also needed by managers for effective team management. For this discussion:
i. Identify which skill you consider most important.
ii. Explain how you would use that skill in the workplace to manage your team.
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.