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Communication skills are key at the upper levels.

How well do you do with small talk?

Look for opportunities to communicate and network. Always be helpful and positive with people. Even if it means helping someone with an issue they are having in Excel.

Do you talk with product managers or others on the business side?

Have you mentored junior developers?

Do you help in the requirements analysis side and interface with BAs?

Do you read quarterly earnings statements and understand the direction and key items mentioned?