The beginning of a new year is a good time to make sure you're developing the skills and attributes that are most useful for your career path.
Recruiters are looking for those skills and will ask you for examples that demonstrate you have developed them. They are especially important if you’re in a senior role. Here’s what you should consider: What are the skills valued by employers?
Skills valued by organisations are in high demand.
Personal Attributes
Capacity to display:
personal composure under pressure
positive attitudes, flexibility and objectivity
judgement and maturity in actions and behaviour
resourcefulness and persistence in achieving timely and appropriate results Skills valued by organisations need to be cultivated.
Skills valued by organisations are highly valuable.
Interpersonal Attributes
Capacity to:
gain the co-operation and acceptance of others
make an effective and stimulating contribution to corporate management teams
represent and negotiate on behalf of your client or organization
provide sound leadership and motivate staff to produce results
develop staff and make accurate assessment of their abilities and performance
identify and encourage the development of management skills among staff (or self/management)
Analytical Skills
Capacity to:
identify and comprehend the essential details of issues
focus objectively on key factors and draw sound conclusions from available data
analyse the likely impact of alternative courses of action
test assumptions and revise conclusions in the light of new experiences
Develop skills valued by organisations.
Problem-Solving and Innovative Skills
Capacity to:
bring fresh perspectives to bear on problems and possible solutions
anticipate and not simply respond to the needs of the client or of the enterprise
be energetic in approaching opportunities to increase operational effectiveness, revenue generation, etc.
Decision-Making Skills
Capacity to:
identify and weigh appropriately all relevant factors
make logical and considered decisions within appropriate time frames
listen attentively and respond appropriately in face-to-face discussions
present ideas, information and proposals clearly and effectively both orally and on paper
provide staff with clear and constructive direction and advice
present information and ideas to groups of people
How can I develop skills valued by organisations?
Work Organization Skills
Capacity to:
establish objectives and priorities and to plan, program and co-ordinate activities
delegate work and allocate resources appropriately
meet deadlines reliably, and produce high-quality results
monitor and evaluate performance, and adjust to changed circumstances
Imagine how you would feel if you were confident in your workplace skills. Interested? If so, contact me directly to arrange a convenient appointment time.
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