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Ask HN: What is the best non-technical skill I could develop?

(Using a throwaway because my boss might be reading this)

Peter Drucker says that it's a waste of time to develop skills in an area you don't have strengths in. I don't have particular technical skills. I can code a bit of hello world here and there, but I generally struggle with it. Also, I don't take much pleasure in it.

I'm extroverted, I can pitch, I can sell, I can market, but only the things that I believe in. I'm good with people and outreach, not with networking.

As a technical reader, what are some non-technical skills that you'd appreciate your co-founder, work buddy or freelance consultant would have and could help you out with?

The question is for both now and the future, as I want to invest in myself to develop and master a skill for good.

15 points throwmiaway 10 years ago 25 comments

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