Here's the thing: soft skills are the secret sauce to success in the workplace and life, yet many schools aren't giving them the attention they deserve. You might be wondering what these soft skills actually are. Well, they include things like teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. In my research, I found that despite their importance, many educators feel ill-equipped to teach these skills effectively [24][35]. Interestingly enough, there's a growing recognition that traditional academic subjects alone aren't enough to prepare students for the real world. Employers often express frustration over graduates lacking basic interpersonal skills, which can hinder their performance in team settings [1][36]. It's worth noting that integrating soft skills into the curriculum can take various forms, from group projects to classroom discussions, providing students with practical experiences to develop these vital skills [22][38]. That said, assessing soft skills poses its own set of challenges. Unlike hard skills, which can be measured through tests and grades, soft skills require more nuanced evaluation methods [29]. As a result, some educators are turning to rubrics and peer assessments to gauge students’ abilities in areas like collaboration and communication [23][29]. The bottom line is that as we push forward in education, we need to make a conscious effort to prioritize and assess soft skills, ensuring our students are well-rounded and ready for whatever comes next [21][22].