Eight Keys to Employability
Key #1: Personal Values
Valued Workers:
- Are honest
- Are motivated
- Have personal and career goals
- Have a positive self-image
- Reach beyond personal limitations
- Exhibit a good attitude
Key #2: Problem-solving and Decision-making Skills
Valued Workers:
- Are flexible
- Are creative and innovative
- Can reason and make objective judgments
- Adapt to change
- Plan and organize work
Key #3: Relations with Other People
Valued Workers:
- Are team workers
- Are friendly
- Are cooperative
- Are tactful
- Have leadership qualities
- Respect the rights and property of others
- Accept authority and supervision
- Respect constructive criticism
- Respect diversity
Key #4: Communication Skills
Valued Workers:
- Ask questions and listen well
- Express themselves clearly
- Seek help when needed
- Communicate with supervisor and coworkers
Key #5: Task-related Skills
Valued Workers:
- Complete work on time
- Work neatly and accurately
- Care for tools and materials
- Follow directions
- Stick with a task
- Work to improve their performance
Key #6: Maturity
Valued Workers:
- Are reliable and dependable
- Accept responsibility
- Show pride in their work
- Are willing to perform extra work and work overtime
- Work well without supervision
- Show initiative
- Are assertive when necessary
- Have confidence in themselves
Key #7: Health and Safety Habits
Valued Workers:
- Observe safety rules
- Take an interest in good health habits
- Dress appropriately
- Practice good personal hygiene
Key #8: Commitment to a Job
Valued Workers:
- Want to learn more
- Are enthusiastic
- Give their best efforts
- Are punctual and maintain good attendance
- Exhibit loyalty to the company
- Show concern for their future
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