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Just as the name implies, an essential employability skill is any skill that prepares you for being an employee.
These six skills were introduced at the 2019 NC CTE Summer Conference.
They are Communication, Ethics, Problem Solving, Professionalism, Resource Management and Teamwork.
Professionalism
Self-motivation
Positive attitude and enthusiasm
Receiving constructive feedback
Responsibility for behavior and work
Effectively manage work/life balance
Punctual, reliable and demonstrate follow through on commitments
Self-advocacy and high-quality work standards
Professionalism Video (Links to an external site.)
Ethics
Honesty, integrity, fairness and respect in communications and personal behavior and decision making
"Do the right thing"
Teamwork
Seek ways to increase team member contributions
Respect differing opinions and demonstrate flexibility
Work collaboratively and cooperatively with others
Respect and support team members
Value and appreciate diversity
Visibly contribute ideas
Teamwork Video (Links to an external site.)
Communication
Accurate exchange of information and ideas
Giving constructive feedback
Identify audience needs and prepare for desired outcome
Practice active listening
Write and speak effectively and clearly
Communication Video (Links to an external site.)
Resource Management
Manage time and resources
Break down projects into tasks with timelines
Understand reliable and valid information
Plan and facilitate effective meetings and work plans
Visibly anticipate and plan for possible obstacles and setbacks
Problem Solving
Consider options to solve the challenge
Ability to identify potential challenges and causes/effects
Ability to acquire, organize, manage and interpret information and effects of various options
Thoughtfully investigate causes of challenges
Problem Solving Video (Links to an external site.)
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