THE POWER OF SILENCE: AN INVISIBLE SOFT SKILL IN MODERN COMMUNICATIO
Silence is often misunderstood as merely the absence of speech; however, it plays a significant and dynamic role in human communication. This research paper explores silence as an intentional and strategic soft skill across various domains, including leadership, negotiation, interpersonal relationships, and digital communication. The study examines silence from psychological, cultural, and professional perspectives, emphasizing its contribution to emotional intelligence, decision-making, and effective communication. Unlike verbal communication, silence requires interpretation, making it complex yet powerful. This paper also identifies research gaps, particularly the lack of empirical focus on silence as an active communication strategy. Through conceptual analysis and proposed methodologies such as surveys and interviews, the study demonstrates that silence, when used effectively, enhances clarity, builds trust, and improves communication outcomes. The findings suggest that silence should be recognized and developed as a critical soft skill in modern professional and personal environments.
Dar, M. A., Prasad, D. K. & Mamatha, P. (2026). The Power of Silence: An Invisible Soft Skill in Modern Communicatio. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(05). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.098
Dar, Mohammad, et al.. "The Power of Silence: An Invisible Soft Skill in Modern Communicatio." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 05, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.098.
Dar, Mohammad,D. Prasad, and Palti Mamatha. "The Power of Silence: An Invisible Soft Skill in Modern Communicatio." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 05 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.098.
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