About a year after the class of 2017 turned their tassels
and graduated into the real world, LinkedIn did some research to see where
these graduates are now. After doing some research, they made a list
of the top ten skills most popular skills of graduates who found
employment.
Here are the top ten skills of the graduates that got hired.
Do you have what it takes to compete against them?
1.
Microsoft Office- Today, being fluent in Microsoft
programs is a requirement for most jobs. To stay competitive, it’s important to
set yourself apart. Anyone can create a document in Word or a PowerPoint presentation,
but not everyone can do so effectively. Master Word and PowerPoint and learn
how to manipulate data in Excel to really give yourself an edge against the
class that grew up with computers.
2.
Customer Service- Creative problem solving will
get you a long way with companies who are looking for ways to increase their
customer service ratings. If you have success stories from your past, don’t be
shy about sharing them in interviews. Show companies that you have the knowledge
and skills to be one step ahead when it comes to keeping customers happy.
3.
Leadership- There’s a big difference between managers
and strong leaders. If you can motivate your team to enthusiastically complete
their work while gaining their respect, you should brag about your leadership abilities.
4.
Public Speaking- One of the most common fears of
the workforce but also one of the most desirable traits, public speaking is pertinent
in almost every industry. Learn how to keep calm and still communicate clearly when
all the pressure is on.
5.
Social Media- Because the class of 2018 grew up
with social media, competing with them here might take some extra work. Try
starting with your own social media accounts to see if you can set and obtain
goals such as increased followers or more interaction. You can also read up on
social media or even take classes online to catch up.
6.
Teamwork- It almost goes without saying that
being able to productively collaborate with colleagues to reach a joint goal is a highly
desirable quality in an employee. Practice communicating with your coworkers
and ask your boss to put you on more team projects if you don’t think you’ve
had enough experience.
7.
Time Management- Be honest, how productive are you
with your time? Take away distractions and train yourself to accomplish tasks
on a timetable that will impress future employers.
8.
Research- No matter what your job title is,
chances are research will be part of it. Whether you are finding information for
a project or looking for self-improvement, it’s important to find
reliable sources and be able to learn from them.
9.
Management- Good managers can gain the respect of
subordinates without ever making them feel below them. Is your team motivated
to succeed? If not, step back and reflect on how you can improve.
10.
Event Planning- Workshops, office parties,
client luncheons… can you handle the stress of putting together an event for a
large group? Are you detail oriented enough to make a small gathering useful
and memorable? This is another skill you can practice in your personal life to perfect
it in your professional life.
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