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Eight Keys to Employability
Personal Values
Valued workers are honest, have good self-esteem and a positive
self-image. They have personal and career goals, demonstrate emotional
stability, exhibit a good attitude, are self-motivated and do not limit
themselves.
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills
Valued workers are flexible, are creative and innovative, can adapt to
changing demands of a job, can plan and organize work, can reason and
make objective judgments and keep their mind on several parts of a job
at a time.
Task-Related Skills
Valued workers complete work on time, can follow oral, visual, written
and multi-step directions, are not distracting or distractible, work
neatly, stick with a task and keep busy, are precise and meticulous,
care for tools and materials, are accurate and constantly improve their
performance
Communication Skills
Valued workers ask questions, seek help when needed, notify supervisors
of absences and the reasons for absences, clearly express themselves
orally and listen well.
Relations with Other People
Valued workers ask questions, seek help when needed, notifies
supervisors of absences and the reasons for absences, clearly express
themselves orally and listen well.
Maturity
Valued workers work well without supervision, are reliable and
dependable, accept responsibility, don’t let their personal problems
interfere with their work, are willing to perform extra work and work
overtime, are always prepared for work, show pride in their work, show
initiative, remain calm and self-controlled, accept responsibility for
their own behavior, demonstrate maturity in thoughts, actions and deeds,
evaluate their own work, are patient, use time wisely, are assertive
when necessary and show self-confidence
Health and Safety Habits
Valued workers observe safety rules, maintain a good work pace and
production rate, practice good grooming and personal hygiene, dress
appropriately, and perform well under stress and tension, have
appropriate physical stamina and tolerance for the kind of work they’re
doing and are in good health.
Commitment to Job
Valued workers are punctual and have good attendance records, observe
all organizational policies, considering their work more than a job, are
interested and enthusiastic, want to learn more, exhibit loyalty to the
organization and its employees, give their best efforts consistently and
strive to please and show concern for their future career with the
organization.
Source: Oklahoma Department of Vocational and Technical Education,
Poster, 1987
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