Communication
When should one start practicing their communication skills?
NOW! It's never too late to practice good communication skills. That way you are a pro for when it comes to interviewing time.
What do you think employers want in new workers?
Responsible, ethical, team oriented, possess strong communication, interpersonal, problem solving skills.
As a new employee, should you hesitate to offer a different side of a problem?
No, employers are usually appreciative when new employees are able to offer insight and fresh perspective into better and more efficient ways of doing things. However, as a new employee, you may not have the full picture into the organization and there may be factors that you are unaware of the dictate how things should be done.
Why is having a positive attitude important in the job place?
Can help with potential promotions.
Employers promote employees who not only produce, but also motivate others in the workplace.
What does teamwork mean to you?
Willingness of a group of people to work together to achieve a common goal.
When it comes to communication, what do employers look for?
Good eye contact
Good posture
Active listening
What does professionalism mean?
Dressing nicely
Responsibility
Integrity
Accountability
Excellence
What does self-determination skills mean when it comes to problem solving and critical thinking?
Goal setting within the organization, decision-making, and self-advocacy.
What is enthusiasm?
Enthusiasm is the intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
Why is teamwork important to employers?
What are the different forms of communication?
Verbal (sounds, language, and tone of voice)
Aural (listening and hearing)
Non-verbal (facial expressions, body language, and posture)
Written (journals, emails, blogs, and text messages)
Visual (signs, symbols, and pictures)
When is an appropriate time to show up to work? And why?
Five minutes early, exact time, 5 minutes late
Early! It is always best to show up early to show employers that you are serious about the job.
What does it mean to have problem solving and critical thinking skills?
Have the ability to use knowledge, facts, and data to effectively solve problems. You don't need to have an immediate answer, it means one should be able to think on your feet, assess problems and find solutions.
Working cooperatively, contributing to groups with ideas (suggestions & effort), communication (giving & receiving), sense of responsibility, healthy respect for different opinions (customs & individual preferences), ability to participate in group decision-making.
Why are communication skills essential to an employer?
Employers are consistently ranking good communication skills at the top of the list for potential employees.
What does a professional employee look like in your eyes?
What steps should one take when evaluating a problem?
DAILY DOUBLE
1. Identify the problem
2. Develop at least 4 possible solutions
3. Identify the pros and cons of each solution
4. Pick the best possible solution
5. Try the solution - it is okay to fail. That is how one starts to learn what will work and what won't work in the future.
Why does an employer want to hire someone with enthusiasm?
Because the employee comes across as someone who wants to be at work and who is willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
Qualities of good teamwork and why are they important?
Clear direction, open & honest communication, common goals, communicate freely, encourage differences in opinions.
Close-knit relationships motivate employees in parallel and align them to work harder, cooperate, and be supportive of one another. Individuals possess diverse talents, weaknesses, communication skills, strengths and habits.