Employability Skills Vocabulary

Teamwork

• Teamwork is the collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal.
• Teamwork is the competition between groups.
• Teamwork is about individual achievements.
• Teamwork is a solo effort to complete tasks.

Employability Skills

• Employability skills are only relevant for jobs out of college

• Employability skills are not necessary to work.

• Employability skills are primarily about technical knowledge.
• Employability skills are essential skills and character traits for employment.

Communication

• The ability to fix broken machines

• The ability to share information clearly and listen effectively

• Writing long reports without errors

• Talking to as many people as possible at work

Problem-Solving

• Ignoring challenges and hoping they go away

• Finding solutions to challenges and obstacles

• Avoiding situations that require decision-making

• Delegating problems to your supervisor

"Punctuality" is important because:

• Punctuality is irrelevant in casual settings.
• Being late can enhance creativity.
• Punctuality is only important for formal events.
• It ensures tasks and meetings start on time

"Adaptability" means

• Sticking to the same routine no matter what

• Adjusting to new situations and changes in the workplace

• Refusing to try new methods or ideas

• Working only with familiar tools and processes

a strong "Work Ethic" means:

• You avoid taking on difficult tasks

• You demonstrate responsibility, reliability, and dedication

• You work only when someone is watching

• You take frequent breaks to avoid stress

"Soft Skills" includes

• Technical abilities like coding or machine operation

• Personal attributes and social abilities that enable you to work well with others

• Only skills related to physical tasks

• Skills required for manual labor jobs

Strong ________ are essential for anyone looking to succeed in the workplace.

• Employability skills

• Technical skills

• Leadership skills

• Typing skills

Employers value ________ because it shows that you can handle unexpected changes or challenges.

• Punctuality

• Communication

• Adaptability

• Problem-solving