Peran Public Speaking Sebagai Soft Skill Penunjang Karir Bagi Alumni Fisip UMA Angkatan 2016-2017

Abstract

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana peran public speaking sebagai soft skill penunjang karier bagi Alumni FISIP UMA angkatan 2016-2017. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deksriptif. Berdasarkan hasil pembahasan diketahui bahwa kemampaun public speaking dapat meningkatkan kinerja kerja, membuka peluang karier yang lebih baik, serta membangun hubungan profesional yang kuat. Orang yang memiliki kemampuan public speaking yang baik memiliki peluang yang lebih besar untuk dipromosikan atau diberikan tanggung jawab lebih besar diperusahaan. Dengan kesuksesan karier di dunia kerja yang semakin kompetitif, keterampilan ini membantu individu untuk mengembangkan soft skill kerja yang lebih baik. melakukan public speaking tentunya memiliki hambatan, seperti ketakutan akan kegagalan, ketidakpahaman materi, kurangnya persiapan yang cukup, gangguan fisik atau psikologis, serta kurangnya keterampilan komunikasi. This research aimed to understand the role of public speaking as a soft skill supporting career development for FISIP UMA alumni of the 2016-2017 cohort. The research used a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Based on the discussion results, it was found that public speaking skills could improve job performance, open better career opportunities, and build strong professional relationships. Individuals with good public speaking skills had greater chances of being promoted or given more responsibilities within a company. In an increasingly competitive job market, these skills helped individuals develop better work-related soft skills. However, performing public speaking come with challenges, such as fear of failure, lack of understanding of the material, insufficient preparation, physical or psychological disturbances, and a lack of communication skills.