JOB SEEKERS - TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

Besides listing Job Requirements and Responsibilities, MyPartTimePRO.com asks employers to include the top 3-5 Transferable Skills with each job posting. Why? This enables employers to better identify the skills needed for employees to properly perform their job duties. In addition, it allows the job seeker to draw on a variety of past experiences, in both paid and non-paid positions, when applying for employment.

What are Transferable Skills?

Transferable skills are skills you've acquired through life—hobbies, volunteer work, past jobs, sports, school, parenting, projects - that can be applied to a variety of tasks and work settings.

The following are the top 5 broad skill areas divided into more specific job skills:

Communication:

Writes clearly and concisely	Speaks effectively	Listens attentively
Openly expresses ideas	Negotiates/Resolves differences	Leads group discussions
Provides feedback	Persuades others	Provides well-thought out solutions
Gathers appropriate information	Confidently speaks in public

Interpersonal Skills:

Works well with others	Sensitive	Supportive
Motivates others	Shares credit	Counsels
Cooperates	Delegates effectively	Represents others
Understands feelings	Self-confident	Accepts responsibility

Research and Planning:

Forecasts/predicts	Creates ideas	Identifies problems
Meets goals	Identifies resources	Gathers information
Solves problems	Defines needs	Analyzes situations
Develops strategies	Assesses situation

Organizational Skills:

Handles details	Coordinates tasks	Punctual
Manages time effectively	Meets deadlines	Sets goals
Keeps control of budget	Plans and arranges activities	Multi-tasks

Management Skills:

Manages groups	Teaches/Trains/Instructs	Counsels/Coaches
Manages conflict	Delegates responsibility	Makes decisions
Directs others	Implements decisions	Enforces policies
Takes charge