Bop to the top!

Globalization is rapidly changing the skills and knowledge required for workers everywhere. This makes the expectations higher and more competitive, such as valuing a solid educational background. When an individual is job hunting, he or she would need the right skills, education, and experience. But that’s not all you need to succeed, companies are also looking for other skills or qualities. In recognition of the changing work landscape there are four main areas in which all employers look for when they want to hire somebody and also the clients; these are the basic skills, thinking skills, people skills and personal qualities, most importantly. These are the basic abilities or qualities an individual need to attain to be able to set the standards for a company.

To attain to be a good worker, the first area would be basic skills such as what we practice or learn when we are in school. The company would want to make sure that you are able to read things, write important information down, know the basic mathematics or science, speak confidently in front of a crowd, listen critically and most importantly, to communicate well with your clients which could be either verbally or in writing. “The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has warned that many young people lack the basic skills required for business and hold unrealistic views of the workplace” (as cited in Business Zone, n.d.)

Second area would be thinking skills, these skills are developed over time; these include sense making wherein you connect things to create new ideas, creative thinking, problem solving and decision-making. The company would like to challenge you as an individual whether you could handle the situation professionally and if you are prepared to make important decisions. Critical thinking forces employees to look at a certain situation and weigh all possible solutions before making a final decision.

Third area would be people skills or interpersonal skills, this is similar to basic skills but these are what you learn in school by being around other people such as: social, negotiation, leadership, teamwork and cultural diversity. This talks about the ability to build fast relationships in the company since this is a must, such as working in teams, and to be able to relate to people in the workplace. Showing that you can work well with others is important for a company especially to a client. The company is testing you whether you are able to lead the group and treating everyone equally. Also the company would want to know how you deal with public speaking, if you are to represent the company in their standards.

The last and most important area are your personal qualities. This includes self-esteem, confidence, adaptability and flexibility, professionalism and work ethic, positive attitude and energy, and etc. The company would be able to see all of these qualities when you first come into their office. They will judge and base you on how you act around them whether you are serious in that matter or not. Having an idea with all of the four areas would make your life easier working in an ever changing work force.

These Four areas or skills are what a company is looking for in each individual no matter what field you are applying into. Even if that individual didn't do well in terms of education, as long as he or she is aware and have this qualities or abilities. This would help the individual be more prepared and adapt to the work place. Employability or these four skills will be the foundation of your career. 

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