Communication skills:
The ability to communicate is the primary factor that distinguishes human beings from animals. And it is the ability to communicate well that distinguishes one individual from another.

Definitions of communication skills:
Communication skills includes lip reading, finger-spelling, sign language; for interpersonal skills use, interpersonal relations.
Communication skills are the ability to use language (receptive) and express (expressive) information.
Communication skills are the set of skills that enables a person to convey information so that it is received and understood. Communication skills refer to the repertoire of behaviors that serve to convey information for the individual.

Soft skills:

• Soft skill is the ability required and expected from persons for finding a suitable job, its maintenance and promotion.
• In fact, soft skills training are at the very base of self management.
• The soft skills are the essential skills required to make an individual and adopt self-manager. Someone who can manage the self, and other selves in order to be able to perform above expectations, or at least at par; but definitely not below.

Importance of soft skill:
Soft skills are very important

• To handle interpersonal relations
• To take appropriate decisions
• To communicate effectively
• To have good impression and impact to gain professional development

 Communication skill as soft skill:

• Communication skills form the corner stone of soft skill
• Every human being has to essentially & effectively communicate with others
• Effective communication is the  hallmark of one’s education
• The ability to speak fluently using the right word in the right order is an good communication
• Message using appropriate vocabulary and syntax form effective communication

 The following are the varied soft skill:

• Courtesy
• Honesty and reliability; Personal integrity
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Flexibility – Adaptability
• Team skills – Cooperation; Ability to follow regulations; Willingness to be accountable;
• Ability to relate to coworkers in a close environment
• Non verbal communication
• Leadership skills – Self-directed, ability to direct and guide others, Self-supervising;
• Ability to relate to coworkers in a close environment;
• Positive attitude; Positive work ethic
• Written Communication Skills – Basic spelling and grammar; Reading and comprehension
• Personal hygiene and energy
• Interpersonal skills – Communication skills with public, fellow employees, supervisors, and customers
• Motivation – Willingness to learn; Caring about seeing the company succeed;
• Understanding what the world is all about; Commitment to continued training and learning;
• Critical thinking skills
• Grooming – good personal appearance.