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Soft skills are personal attributes that enhance an individual's interactions, job performance, and career prospects. Soft Skills for Hospitality is a comprehensive textbook designed for students of hospitality management from diverse sectors. The book is divided into 8 chapters. Chapter 1 analyses the importance of soft skills in the service industry. Chapter 2 focuses on self-management skills and is based on the premise that self-assessment by individuals is an important aspect of survival and growth in the industry. Chapter 3 discusses diverse skills associated with various forms and types of communication in the corporate setup. Chapter 4 deals with issues related to critical thinking and problem-solving in various challenging situations. Chapter 5 analyses the crucial skills related to negotiation and conflict resolution. Chapters 6, 7, and 8 of the book discuss leadership, teamwork, and sales, and marketing skills. Besides students, the book with its practice-oriented approach is sure to be of help to hospitality professionals. About the Author Amitabh Devendra is the Secretary General of Federation of Hotel and Restaurants Associations of India (FHRAI). He is a certified hotel administrator (CHA) from the American Hotel and Motel Association and has nearly four decades of rich experience in the hospitality industry. He is also the author of the OUP title Hotel Law.