Top “Soft Skills” Employers Seek in Job Candidates
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) just released the results of their early Fall 2010 survey results of which “soft” skills employers are seeking in potential employees. The top skills are: ability to work on a team; verbal communication skills; decision-making/problem-solving skills; the ability to obtain and process information; and the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
Other employer preferences noted in the study are some type of relevant work experience, and leadership experience. Nearly three-quarters of employers reported they also use use GPA, typically 3.0 or above, for screening entry level candidates.
Teamwork, Verbal Communication Top “Soft Skills” Employers Seek in Job Candidates
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