Many think a perfect résumé or strong technical skills guarantee a job, but those can always be learned. What truly makes the difference are behavioral skills like adaptability, communication, and empathy. This talk reveals why human skills matter most , not just to get hired, but to thrive in any career. With more than 14 years of experience specializing in recruitment strategies, understanding labor market needs, and analyzing the required skills, Farah has extensive expertise in everything related to employee experience. She has worked with leading companies in the Arab region across various sectors. A professional consultant with a passion for empowering job seekers, helping them find opportunities, and guiding them on their career paths. She is also the founder of “Ash’r in Arabic”, an initiative aimed at enriching Arabic-language human resources content. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx