Throughout your job search you want to enhance your skills. Employers prefer to hire individuals who have committed to a lifetime of learning. Five of the most desirable skills include the following: Effective written and verbal communication - The documentation and correspondence you utilize throughout your job search, is often a potential employers first impression of your communication skills. Each conversation provides insight in to your verbal communication abilities. You must be able to communicate why you will provide a greater return on their investment than your competition. Technology - Most job openings will require computer literacy, the ability to navigate the Internet and exposure to basic office equipment. These skills do not mandate an IT Degree, but rather knowing the basic principles of using current technology. Interpersonal Skills - Most jobs involve interaction with many different kinds of people who have varying personalities, backgrounds, nationalities and abilities. Employers want to hire individuals who possess the skills of working successfully with people at all levels and backgrounds. Logical Thinking and Common Sense - Employers value individuals who have the ability to make sensible solutions. Organizational Abilities - Many businesses regard the ability to handle and organize information to produce effective solutions as one of the top skills they want to hire. These abilities should be stressed during employment interviews as they relate to each specific opportunity. It is important to upgrade your abilities and skills in these five areas throughout your entire career.
Posted on: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 17:41:44 +0000
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