The Importance of Soft Skills

WYPR discussion featuring Michael Haynie, SR., Parkway Hospitality Management

Some employers say soft skills, like communication and leadership, are just as important in getting hired as technical requirements like typing or computer programing. But soft skills are a challenge for schools, not just figuring out what they are, but how to teach them … and test that they have been taught.

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Parkway Plans To Develop Scheibles Property Into First Class, Year Round Resort Baltimore, MD

Parkway Hospitality Management has announced the recent acquisition of the Scheibles motel, restaurant and marina located on Smith Creek in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Over the next few years Parkway plans to transform the 150 seat restaurant and 8 room motel, currently on the property, to a larger resort with additional guestrooms, guest cottages, and a first rate seafood.