Certain work skills will always be evergreen. Teamwork. Problem-solving. Adaptability. They’re necessary, and always will be. But, in terms of underlined talents, they’re pretty bland and don’t actually express what’s truly needed in a modern office. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t develop those skills. But modern workplaces, whether joined from your kitchen table or in person, require a bit more to help you truly succeed. Fundamentally, a company’s success comes down to its strategy and its culture. Orient to both, and you’ll be seen as valuable.

WORK

6 Important Skills Everyone Needs to Succeed in the Modern Workplace

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TIPS AND TRICKS

Taking Paternity Leave? Consider How Connected You Want to Be
In terms of being connected to your workplace while on paternity leave, there are several schools of thought. Some new dads go into blackout mode, fully unplugging from their Microsoft Outlook for the duration of their leave. Others check in occasionally on their favored projects, challenging scenarios, or big year-long initiatives. And some favor a dual approach, starting with a no-contact period, then choosing to engage more as their leave goes on.

Give some thought to what you might like to do. And know that it’s better to under-promise on what, if anything, you’ll be able to contribute while out of the office.

The point is that even before you leave for paternity leave, you should think about how you’ll return to work — doing so will make your return easier, and ratchet down your stress level while caring for the new member of your family.

Here are a few things to keep in mind about talking to your boss about paternity leave.

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