A survey of business leaders and recent graduates found that 76% of managers feel new employees lack readiness for their jobs. Specifically, new grads are lacking in emotional intelligence and soft skills that are important for motivation, focus, and collaboration. These soft skills include being collaborative, adaptable, resilient, open to diversity, and good communicators. The document recommends that companies promote self-regulation, create mentor programs, teach time management, and consider training resources to help fill gaps in soft skills.