All the job-seekers wish that they could easily gain the secret formula to
winning the hearts and minds of employers for easy appointment.
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But, its not that easy. Every employer is looking for specific skills in every
job-seeker those match the parameters of his organization. The best part is
that maximum job seekers possess those skills to some extent but for further
enhancement they need to be worked upon. These skills are also sometimes
referred to as "soft skills". Some of the most sought after skills required by
the employer include the following.
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Communication Skills (listening, verbal, written).
By far, the one skill mentioned most often by employers is the ability to
listen, write, and speak effectively. Successful communication is critical in
business.
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Analytical/ Research Skills. Deals with the
ability to assess a situation, seek multiple perspectives, gather more
information and identify key issues that need to be addressed.
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Computer Literacy. Almost all jobs in present
time require some basic understanding of computer.
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Flexibility/Adaptability/Managing Multiple Priorities.
Deals with the ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities
and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments.
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Interpersonal Abilities. The ability to
relate to your co-workers, inspire others to participate, and mitigate conflict
with co-workers is essential given the amount of time spent at work each day.
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Leadership/ Management Skills. While there is
some debate about whether leadership is something people are born with, these
skills deal with your ability to take charge and manage your co-workers.
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Multicultural Sensitivity/Awareness. There is
possibly no bigger issue in the workplace than diversity and job-seekers must
demonstrate a sensitivity and awareness to other people and cultures. .
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Planning/Organizing. This quality deals with
the ability to design, plan, organize and implement projects and tasks within
an allotted timeframe. Also involves goal-setting.
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Problem-Solving/ Reasoning/ Creativity.
Involves the ability to find solutions to problems using creativity, reasoning
and past experiences along with the available information and resources.
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Teamwork. In any organization one has to work
in coordination with other people i.e. the team members to achieve the common
goal laid down by the company
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Once you have identified the most sought-after skills and values and assessed
the degree to which you possess you can a lead a career with minimum hassles.
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