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Diminution in Social Emotional Skills
"Based on this research, I can report that, overwhelmingly, the data points to a steady diminution in the soft skills of young people in the workplace, beginning with Gen X and continuing into Gen Z. Today’s young workers are increasingly likely to have significant weaknesses in at least one (but usually several) key soft skills.”
Bruce Tulgan - TrainingIndustry.com 2024
Infrastructure to Access
SEL Training Conveniently
We know that every organization is different, so we offer flexible solutions to meet your goals:
Direct Training
Bring our team in to deliver gamified soft skills training to your employees, students, or members.
License Our Curriculum
License our customizable curriculum and offer year-round training within your organization with a train the trainer workshop.
Imagine a workforce that: Collaborates seamlessly,
Solves problems creatively,
& Drives innovation with confidence.
Who We Serve
At The Ideal Candidate, we partner with a variety of organizations to develop soft skills that make a difference. Whether you're a small business looking to improve your customer service or a university preparing students for the workforce, we have a solution for you.
Companies
Improve team collaboration, customer service, and leadership.
Universities
Equip students with the skills they need for success in the workplace.
Non-Profits
Empower your team to make a bigger impact through licensing training.
Happy Customers
What they’re saying
"The gamified training kept our students engaged in a way traditional soft skills training couldn’t. They left with confidence in their abilities to lead and collaborate." Rotary Club of Chicago 2023 President - Aleta Williams
"This is a training I wish I had before I entered the workforce. This program is great for interns and entry level staff."
– 5/3rd Bank Officer - Veronica Howard
"The Ideal Candidate is being acknowledged with the 2023 Microsoft Tech Maker Award because of it's dedication to community impact in workforce development."
– Microsoft - Tech Maker Award Ceremony
Video Testimonials
Our Awards
2024 Stellar
Champion Award
Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council
2023 Influential Business of the Year
NorthWest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
2023 Microsoft
Tech Maker Award
Microsoft
& World Business Chicago
2020 Community Impact Award
Chicago Community Trust
Young Leaders Fund
Be The
Ideal Candidate
Workforce Readiness
Equip candidates with the critical soft skills and adaptive mindset needed to excel in professional settings, reducing onboarding time and training costs for employers.
Workforce Productivity
Deliver employees who are not only prepared but also culturally aligned with organizational values, leading to higher retention rates and improved team productivity.
Workforce Retention
The Ideal Candidate’s gamified training approach develops job-ready professionals with the soft skills and resilience needed to thrive long-term, reducing turnover and strengthening your workforce.
What Are
SEL Skills?
What Sets Us Apart
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a term for the way people acquire social and emotional skills. It includes things like managing difficult emotions, making responsible decisions, handling stress, setting goals, and building healthy relationships.
SEL has five main skills:
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Self-awareness
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Social awareness,
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Responsible decision-making
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Self-management
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Relationship skills.
Founder Story
Discover the inspiring journey behind The Ideal Candidate and how our founder turned a vision into a movement—Read More to learn our story.