There are three skill sets that managers need to perform effectively.br 1. Conceptual skills: the ability to analyze and diagnose a situation and find the cause and effect.br 2. Human skills: the ability to understand, alter, lead, and control people’s behavior. br 3. Technical skills: the job-specific knowledge required to perform a task. Common examples include marketing, accounting, and manufacturing.br All three skills are enhanced through formal training, reading, and practice.