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IJSREM62405
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10 |
5 |
May 2026
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1-3
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Monthly (12 issues per year)
License:International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management follows the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) License, allowing free use and distribution with proper attribution.
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Govt. First Grade College, Kunigal-572130
Youth unemployment remains a persistent global socio-economic challenge, driven largely by structural mismatches between traditional academic outputs and modern labor market demands. While technical proficiencies (hard skills) secure initial resume consideration, non-cognitive attributes—commonly known as soft skills—increasingly dictate job acquisition, interview readiness, and long-term career resilience. This research paper investigates the direct impact of soft skills development (including communication, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership) on youth employability. Utilizing a systematic review of empirical literature and workforce analytics, this study evaluates the "skills mismatch" phenomenon and proposes actionable pedagogical and corporate intervention frameworks. The findings indicate that structured soft skills training substantially improves interview performance, internship placement success, and workplace retention among young job seekers.
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Youth unemployment is not merely a symptom of job scarcity, but often a structural mismatch of capabilities. Soft skills act as the essential bridge connecting raw academic potential with dynamic labor market requirements. By intentionally cultivating communication, adaptability, and problem-solving through reformed educational frameworks and targeted corporate mentorship, societies can drastically enhance youth employability, foster economic resilience, and empower the next generation of workforce leaders. Future research should undertake longitudinal tracking of youth cohorts post-intervention to measure the long-term return on investment (ROI) of specialized soft skills programs.
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5/27/2026
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Review Rounds: 2
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