What if the real skill gap is not what you know, but how you apply it? In this conversation, Amrit Pal unpacks why curiosity, discipline, and real-world learning matter more than degrees in building a future-proof career.

Technical skills may get students shortlisted, but it is behavioural skills that help them thrive. Drawing from a career journey across software engineering, HR, academia, and corporate behavioural training, this article highlights four workplace-ready skills students must build early: emotional intelligence, time management, initiative-taking, and problem-solving.

Poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, decreased productivity, and a toxic workplace culture. On the other hand, strong communication fosters collaboration, enhances relationships, and drives success.