Differentiating Your Organization with Employee Soft Skills
Schedule
Tue May 12 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Columbus Metropolitan Library | Columbus, OH
About this Event
In today’s workplace, technical expertise might open the door, but soft skills are what drive long-term success. From communication and empathy to teamwork and coaching, these human-centered abilities shape culture, performance, and retention.
This interactive workshop introduces practical ways to identify, hire for, and develop soft skills across your organization. You’ll gain actionable insights you can immediately apply to strengthen your team and support sustainable growth.
As part of this session, we’ll also give you a behind-the-scenes look at the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program at Columbus State Community College. You’ll experience the teaching style, explore key program benefits, and learn how participating business owners have used these strategies to grow their companies.
If you find value in the workshop format, you’ll have the opportunity to learn how to apply and take the next step in your business journey.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to define and understand soft skills in a modern workplace
- Which soft skills are most critical across your organization
- Practical strategies to develop soft skills in your team
- How stronger soft skills can improve retention and drive growth
Bonus: Learn About the Program
- Overview of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program
- What to expect from the curriculum and time commitment
- How to determine if the program is right for you
- Next steps for applying
10,000 Small Businesses looks for applicants who are passionate about growing their business and creating jobs in their communities, and meet these criteria:
- Owner or co-owner of a business
- Business in operation for at least two years
- Business revenues of at least $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year
- Minimum of 2 employees (including the owner)
Where is it happening?
Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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