Mastering the Key Soft Skill for Workplace Success: Insights from a Goldman Sachs Executive

According to Shekhinah Bass, head of talent strategy at Goldman Sachs, the most important soft skill for career success on Wall Street is having a growth mindset. A growth mindset is the belief that abilities and talents can be developed and improved over time. Bass suggests that being open to feedback, setting challenging goals, taking risks, and seeking coaching are key to developing a growth mindset. Companies value this skill as it demonstrates a willingness to improve and adapt.