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The Top 10 Most Transferable Job Skills Boston High-Tech Recruiter Presents… Connect With Us: www.CareerEncore.com [email protected] (Part 2 of 2)

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Page 2: Top 10 most transferable job skills - Part 2 (career advice - tips and tricks - insider information - job help)

Introduction• Everyone has valuable, industry-transcending skills• Transferable skills are gained through experiences– E.g. previous jobs, life, hobbies, school, and sports

• This presentation details the final 5 of the Top 10 Most Transferable Job Skills

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Skill 6: Computer Skills

• Computers are used for everyday tasks• Don’t overlook the value of – Familiarity with key software– Ability to use various hardware

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Skill 7: Creative Thinking

• Logical and practical thinking has its place• Creative thinking can yield amazing results– “Thinking outside the box” – Produce exciting, new ideas

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Skill 8:

Learning• Learning did not stop with your last degree • You’ve gained valuable experience by– Keeping up-to-date on trends– Watching for new developments in fields – Making an effort to stay current

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Skill 9:

Interpersonal Skills

• Often gained through life experience– Effectively relating to others– Resolving conflict– Mentoring – Negotiating

• Crucial to interacting well with others

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Skill 10:

Leadership• Leadership is not the same as management• Leadership requires – Communication– Teamwork– Problem-solving– Creative thinking – Interpersonal skills

• True leadership qualitiesare in demand

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Final Thoughts• Even if you’re taking a job in a different industry or

function than you’ve ever worked in before– Remember your transferable skills

• You bring vital life experience to any new role you are pursuing

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Works Cited• Bureau of Labor Statistics

– http://www.bls.gov/news.release/tenure.nr0.htm• Business Insider

– http://www.businessinsider.com/if-you-want-to-get-a-job-you-need-transferable-skills-2012-6

• Chron– http://work.chron.com/top-5-transferable-skills-2245.html

• Career Notes– http://www.careernotes.ca/employability/top-10-employability-skills/