Getting a Job After Graduation

The following is a list of skills that employers look for when hiring new employees:

• Reading and writing skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Career-related work experience
• Data analysis skills
• Computer skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Psychological knowledge
• Self-management
• Information acquisition and use
• Adaptability

(Kuther & Morgan, 2013, p.157-158)

From this lengthy list, what are the three skills that you feel are the most important? Why do you believe that these are more important than some of the other skills on this list?  What steps can a person take to strengthen these skills as they prepare for their future career? What steps do you plan to take to further build these skills in your own life?

To post to the discussion, click on Week 4 Discussion Forum above, then Create Thread.