In today's dynamic workplaces, soft skills are no longer a bonus, they're a necessity.

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And there's good news for Norway! 

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The past decade has seen a significant increase in Norway's focus on soft skills. 

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In 2014, a renowned professor's insights were a wake-up call. They identified four out of five key success factors for 2020 as being directly related to soft skills – communication, teamwork…

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Did universities take notice? Absolutely! 

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By 2016, leaders from Norway's top scientific universities acknowledged the business sector's demand for soft skills. They implemented learning activities like group work and case studies with presentations – a positive step towards fostering collaboration and communication.

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A major 2023 study analysing job advertisements across legal, financial, and communication sectors revealed a staggering 20% increase in employer demand for soft skills in Norway. This data underscores the ever-growing importance of these interpersonal abilities in Norway’s job market.

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But were these initial measures enough?

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Unfortunately, NO! 

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Norway still has a long way to go in order to unlock its full potential. So, let's uncover them!

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What are 3 main challenges & Can Norway conquer them?

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While Norway has made strides, there are still hurdles to overcome:

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1. Accessibility: How can Norway ensure all students, regardless of location, have access to effective soft skills development programs? Rural areas might have limited resources compared to urban centres.

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2. Measurability: Traditionally, measuring the impact of soft skills development has been a puzzle. How can Norway effectively track progress and ensure these programs are truly equipping students with the necessary skills?

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3. Integration: Soft skills development shouldn't be an isolated activity. How can Norway seamlessly integrate it into existing curriculums to create a well-rounded educational experience that fosters both technical expertise and interpersonal skills?

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By addressing these challenges and embracing new opportunities, Norway can empower future generations to thrive in the ever-evolving world of work. 

So, what are your thoughts? Can Norway bridge the soft skills gap and ensure its graduates are equipped with the communication and collaboration skills needed for success?

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Well, the answer is YES and here's where THE LAB. shines!

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Here's how THE LAB., with its core pillars, can empower Norway to overcome the soft skills challenges!

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What’s THE LAB.?

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THE LAB. stands for Learning Accurately Better. With its four main pillars, THE LAB. brings many benefits to Norwegian students, program directors and educational managers:

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1. Personalized Learning: Forget a one-size-fits-all approach. THE LAB. tailors learning paths based on individual needs, ensuring efficient development.

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2. Actionable Insights: Impact statistics link soft skills to academic standards, empowering students to focus on areas that need improvement. Data visualisation keeps them motivated.

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3. Streamlined Process: Program directors, pedagogy directors benefit from a user-friendly platform with features like assessment, enrichment, progress tracking, and industry-recognized certifications.

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Packed with interactive assessments, personalized learning modules, insightful reports and certification at the end, THE LAB. empowers people to succeed in a desired way!

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Now, let’s dive into 4 main features THE LAB. provides!

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Pilar #1 Soft Skills Scan : soft skills assessment

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Imagine a scientific X-ray that reveals your soft skills strengths and areas ready for development. That's the magic of Rising Up's Soft Skills Scan. Backed by rigorous research (shoutout to the team of dedicated neuroscientists!), this assessment goes beyond a simple score. 

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Nawal Abboub, a key developer, the tool, and neuroscientist emphasised on Europe 1 interview: "We spent years crafting this tool. We wanted to give these skills the clarity and credibility they deserve".

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Here's what awaits you:

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• Real-time progress tracking: Monitor the development like a pro, pinpointing areas that need a skill boost.
• Actionable insights: Gain a crystal-clear understanding of the soft skills strengths and weaknesses, presented as a score (0-100) for easy reference. This intel empowers people to showcase their most valuable assets on resumes and applications.
• Industry-specific guidance: Receive targeted training recommendations tailored to a person's chosen sector. This ensures the user develops the exact soft skills employers are hungry for.
• School customization: Educational institutions can adapt the assessment to match their branding, creating a seamless user experience for students.

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Pilar #2 Soft Skills Enrichment: soft skills training

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THE LAB. doesn't stop at simply identifying the soft skills landscape. It arms people with a personalised training program to conquer any skill gaps. 

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As Nawal Abboub said, "We've continuously refined the program, ensuring the skills we assess are truly relevant for success".

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The Soft Skill Enrichment equips everyone with a personalised training program built on a battle-tested framework of 25 essential soft skills. This custom-tailored program, informed by real-time progress reports, provides a dynamic training experience featuring interactive modules, simulations, and curated resources. 

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And to ensure the person is always learning the most relevant skills, the program is constantly updated to reflect the latest industry trends and certification standards.

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Pilar #3 Soft Skills Mapping : soft skills cartography 

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THE LAB.’s mapping feature offers educators a powerful eagle-eye view of student soft skills development. 

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As Nawal Abboub explains, the platform allows educators to "map student competencies within specific programs, creating a clear picture of their skillset". 

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This translates into several benefits: visualising student progress across courses and years, identifying areas needing additional support, analysing entire student groups by sector, and generating effortless reports. 

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Ultimately, this data-driven approach enables program directors and pedagogical managers to adapt their teaching and ensure that graduates have the soft skills required for the Norwegian job market.

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Pilar #4 Soft Skills Certification: soft skills certification

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Equipping students with the right soft skills is essential, but how do you showcase their proficiency to potential employers? 

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Our certification feature comes to the rescue! 

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Nawal Abboub underlines, "Thanks to our solution, we can now provide a precise measurement of an individual's soft skills".

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Here's 3 ways how certification empowers users:

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1. Certifications are defined based on the required soft skills for each sector, ensuring they hold significant value with employers.
2. What's more, users such as the dean, program manager, faculty director or business school director can manage all certifications within one user-friendly platform, simplifying the process for program directors and pedagogy managers.
3. Even more, they can benefit from a system that facilitates ongoing assessments and certification renewals, keeping soft skills and credentials constantly updated.

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Having said that, we believe that with THE LAB. Norway has a powerful ally in the fight to bridge the soft skills gap!

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Recognised by European Innovation Council (EIC)

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Rising Up's commitment to success doesn't stop at invention. THE LAB. is firmly rooted in cognitive science, ensuring its approach is not just innovative but effective. 

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The proof is a Deeptech certification from the European Innovation Council (EIC) obtained in 2023, which validates their rigorous scientific foundation, ensuring the Scan's effectiveness in measuring and developing these crucial competencies.

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With over 3,000 satisfied students and users, Rising Up's solutions are making a real difference in the world of soft skills development. 

In short, with its deep scientific foundation, proven track record, data analysis and other incredible features Rising Up's THE LAB. becomes a valuable asset for Norway.

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Now, let's delve even deeply into THE LAB.’s details and see how it can unlock Norway's full soft skills potential!

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Addressing Norway's specific needs with THE LAB. 

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1. Assessment: The Soft Skills Scan within THE LAB. offers a data-driven assessment that unveils an individual's strengths and weaknesses across 25 key soft skills. For students in Norways, this can be a starting point to ensure learning efforts are targeted and effective.

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2. Enrichment: Based on the Soft Skills Scan results, Soft Skills Enrichment curates a personalised learning pathway. This path utilises a variety of engaging activities like simulations, interactive modules, and access to curated learning resources. This enrichment ensures students in Norway are actively engaged and develop a deeper understanding of crucial soft skills.

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3. Mapping: THE LAB.'s soft skills mapping function provides a skills map, enabling program managers and pedagogical directors to visualise their progress over time. This transparency motivates learners and fosters a sense of achievement as they closely identify soft skills gaps. Norwegian program managers and pedagogical directors can thus track their soft skills development path, fostering a growth mindset and a commitment to lifelong learning - essential qualities for future success.

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4. Certification: While certification is the ultimate goal, these credentials can still be valuable confidence boosters and demonstrate a commitment to soft skills development to potential employers. Increased confidence in their soft skills among students in Norway can empower graduates to enter the workforce with a competitive edge and a proactive approach to professional development.

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In conclusion, the growing demand for soft skills represents a challenge for the Norwegian education system. However, innovative solutions such as THE LAB, with its pillars based on scientific research, offer a promising way forward. 

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By personalising learning, empowering students and simplifying the process for program directors and pedagogical managers, THE LAB. can bridge the soft skills gap and ensure that Norwegian graduates are well equipped for tomorrow's dynamic working environments. 

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THE LAB. can be a key factor in this success!

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Program manager, education director are you ready to take the first step?

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Send us a message 📩 to hello@risinguparis.com and we'll organise a 15-minute demo for you within a week.

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