Communication is the most in-demand soft skill, says LinkedIn report

February 29, 2024 9:33

As AI tools free up time for professionals to excel in tasks that only humans can do, such as build relationships and collaborate with others, LinkedIn’s latest Workplace Learning Report has revealed that ‘communication’ is the most in-demand workplace soft skill, and communication manager roles are on the rise.

According to the report, 95% of learning and development professionals in ANZ believe that human skills are increasingly becoming the most competitive in the economy – and soft skills are increasingly in demand.

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Lauren McNamara

Lauren McNamara is a freelance journalist. She previously spent three years at Mumbrella, most recently as the associate editor. She left her staff role in August 2025.