skill
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“If they want to get ahead, invest in an appreciating asset, and the best one is themselves — their career, training, skill set, connections and ability to be flexible.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
"Luck is for losers. In our line of work, it's skill and courage," came the reply.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
In addition to getting more in touch with her outdoorsy side, Fanning added an unexpected skill to her résumé.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
It’s a lifestyle not entirely dissimilar to the rigorous training of an ice-skating prodigy, putting in the work at all hours to hone their skill.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
It was a well-honed skill, and before long, a fire blazed beside the girl.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
Still, the future paratroopers were sure that traditional skills are still relevant.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
They are relying more heavily on their networks, learning how to use AI and sharpening their communication skills and personal qualities — such as coachability, curiosity and reliability — to find work and stay employed.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
As students turn to chatbots for schoolwork, teachers and parents also worry that teens will use the tools to cheat or avoid practicing critical thinking skills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Some people frequently change jobs to rack up new skills and titles, a strategy sometimes referred to as “lily padding.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
The previous night Brooklyn had demonstrated impressive natural spy skills, but if she wanted to be ready for a high-level operation in three weeks, she needed to prepare around the clock.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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