Essential Skills
that Employers are looking for
From the website theheadhunters.ca by Renee Luk a series of seven short articles on essential skills that employers are looking for.
Are you
hoping to land that perfect job just out of college, or are you about to begin
your search for new employment after years in the same job?
If so,
take a look at these essential skills employers are looking for in top
candidates:
A deep
awareness and understanding of your particular field
Learn as
much as you can about each company you interview with. You’ll impress
interviewers by showing that you have done your homework and can present
yourself as a candidate who will be able to solve that company’s problems in
concrete, clearly explained ways.
In
addition, get and stay in touch with professionals in your chosen field;
network with and utilize their knowledge. They can point you to resources that
will help you learn more about and keep abreast of changes in your industry in
a realistic, practical sense. This first of the essential skills is also
one that you will continually need to revise as changes in your industry occur.
