Penguatan Soft Skills Manajerial melalui Pelatihan Leadership, Teamwork, dan Problem Solving

Abstract

Developing soft skills is crucial for preparing the younger generation to face the challenges of higher education and the 21st-century workforce. However, some high school students still lack proficiency in leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving—competencies that constitute managerial soft skills. This community service initiative aimed to enhance the leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities of high school students in Ngawi Regency through experiential learning-based training. Sixty students active in school organizations and student activities participated in the program. The implementation methods included interactive lectures, group discussions, simulations, role-playing, educational games, and reflection sessions. Program success was evaluated using pre- and post-tests, participant observation, and satisfaction surveys. Evaluation results showed that the average participant score rose from 61.25 in the pre-test to 84.50 in the post-test, representing an increase of 23.25 points (37.96%). Furthermore, 92.5% of participants found the training material relevant to their needs, and 90.0% reported increased self-confidence in leadership and teamwork. These findings indicate that experiential learning-based training is effective in strengthening students' managerial soft skills, particularly in the areas of leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.