Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says he doesn’t see empathy as a soft skill: ‘It’s the hardest skill we learn’

In today’s leadership landscape, soft skills are undeniably en vogue. However, don’t be quick to lump empathy in with the rest.
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In today’s leadership landscape, soft skills are undeniably en vogue. However, don’t be quick to lump empathy in with the rest. That’s because Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella firmly believes the art of comprehending others transcends the soft skills category. In his view, characterizing it as “soft” understates its significance, as he asserts that mastering empathy is, in fact, the most formidable skill of them all.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says he doesn’t see empathy as a soft skill: ‘It’s the hardest skill we learn’
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