CAREER SKILLS

As much as you think a question/problem presented to you is a piece of cake, be very wary of giving a rushed answer. Take the time to analyse the situation, think of all possible scenarios, and if possible ask for some time to go and do some research to find out more.

•  COMMUNICATION SKILLS (LISTENING, SPEAKING AND WRITING)

• ANALYTICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS

• FLEXIBILITY/ADAPTABILITY

Theoretically, when someone is offered a job, there is a job description included in the contract. In reality however, employees are not expected to stick to only what is under their job description.

•  COMMUNICATION SKILLS (LISTENING, SPEAKING AND WRITING)

• ANALYTICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS

• ABILITY TO WEAR MULTIPLE HATS

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The ability to manage people is a very powerful skill. Not only can you inspire individuals to do what is right, you can guide them along the way, and you can monitor their progress in every step.

•  COMATTENTION TO DETAIL

• LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• ABILITY TO WEAR MULTIPLE HATS

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Even though many may think that the bigger picture is more important than the tiny details, attention to detail is what will make someone stand out at what they do. Paying attention to detail may save the company a lot of hassle and possibly keep the distance from a catastrophic outcome.

•  COMATTENTION TO DETAIL

• LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• ABILITY TO WEAR MULTIPLE HATS

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Being tactful is necessary in many situations, when dealing with clients, as well as colleagues.It is important for individuals to know how and when to deal with various issues that may crop up in the working environment, whether they are dealing with clients, colleagues, or supervisors.

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Being creative can be beneficial to any role you may have in the workplace. It involves the ability to find solutions to problems using creativity, reasoning and past experience, coupled with information and resources.Finding a new way to process a piece of work can change the company’s dynamics, save time and cost, and even improve the quality of products/services.

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Knowledge of the principles and methods of promoting, presenting and selling products and services is essential, no matter what your role is in a company. At any given point in time, you might be faced with an opportunity to promote your company and its products or services to people you meet.

Even if your job has nothing to do with mathematics, arithmetic, geometry, algebra, calculus, and statistics, basic knowledge of these may become necessary at some stage. Statistics in particular may come in handy, as many a time you might need to produce some graphs and figures by analysing quantitative data.