Transferable Skills
This skill means working well with others to achieve a goal
teamwork
This LinkedIn section should summarize your strengths and career goals.
Summary/about section
What is the main goal of networking.
building professional relationships
First step in solving a problem.
define the problem
Respectful disagreement starts with this behavior.
listening
Name one transferable skill someone can gain from being in a student organization.
leadership / communication / organization / teamwork
True or False, A LinkedIn profile should read exactly like a resume.
False
Best first step when meeting a professional at an event
elevator pitch, introduce yourself clearly
Looking at past experiences to guide decisions is called this
reflection
A respectful phrase starter when disagreeing
“I see your point, but…” or “I understand, however…”
If you solve conflicts between roommates, what transferable skill are you building
conflict resolution
Name two things that makes a LinkedIn profile stronger
a professional photo / skills list / detailed experience /portfolio
You meet a recruiter but feel nervous. Name one good strategy.
a short intro / ask questions / mention interests
If Plan A fails, this mindset helps you adjust and try another strategy.
adaptability
Tone, body language, and facial expression are called this type of communication
nonverbal communication
Turning class projects into resume language shows this career skill
skill articulation
Your headline should have what details?
your major, previous positions, skills or career interests
After an interview, what should you send within 24–48 hours?
follow-up message or email
Name one strategy for solving unfamiliar problems.
break it into smaller steps / ask questions / research
Best approach when emotions are high in a disagreement.
pause and respond calmly
Give one example of how a campus job builds a transferable career skill
Example: customer service → communication; scheduling → time management.
Why should you customize your LinkedIn headline instead of using the default?
show value and stand out to recruiters
Give one good networking question to ask a professional
Example: What skills matter most in your field?
Your group project is failing due to poor communication. What is your first corrective action?
start a structured discussion or clarify roles
Scenario: Someone shuts down your idea in a meeting. Give a respectful response strategy.
Example: Ask clarifying questions and restate your idea calmly.