The Eight Keys to Getting Hired :
Some employers use a list of skills and attributes called the Eight Keys to Employability to determine the best candidates for a job or employment. If someone can show potential employers that they have what the "key" elements they are looking for, they can increase his/her chances of being hired.
These are the Eight Keys that are used:
(1) Personal Values
(2) Problem Solving & Decision Making Skills
(3) Ability to relate to other people
(4) Communication skills
(5) Task-related skills
(6) Maturity
(7) Health and Safety habits
(8) Commitment to the job
Here are examples of what could be written in a resume/cover letter or said in an interview to demonstrate your abilities relating to the Eight Keys. Take note of the ones that apply to you, and make sure you can think of a couple of actual examples relating to each. Remember, employers will almost always want you to verify and back-up your statements with good examples. Don't ever claim you have an ability or experience in an area you truly do not.
1. Personal values:
Employers want workers who are motivated, honest and always demonstrate a positive attitude.
- "I have a positive attitude and I am willing to work hard to make the most of my opportunities."
- "I am willing to reach beyond personal limitations."
- "I react well to change and enjoy challenges."
2. Problem-solving and decision-making skills:
- "I can accept additional responsibilities."
- "I am able to talk with others and resolve issues."
- "I can make decisions independently and can carry them out efficiently."
3. Ability to relate to other people:
- "I am always friendly. I communicate well with people of all ages."
- "I can take initiative if needed."
- "I am able to work well with people in all levels of my team."
4. Communication Skills:
"I am always a good listner."
"I am not afraid to ask for help if necessary."
"I express myself clearly."
5. Task-related skills:
- "I complete my work on time."
- "I know how to care for tools and materials."
- "I follow directions and stick with tasks until they are finished."
6. Maturity:
- "I work well with little or no supervision."
- "I am willing to take courses or additional training in order to develop new job-related skills."
- "I put in the time and effort to do a good job."
- "I am reliable, dependable, and responsible"
- "I take pride in my work."
7. Health and Safety habits:
- "I know about common health and safety rules."
- "I follow established workplace rules and guidelines."
8. Commitment to the job:
- "I am enthusiastic about working and am willing to learn."
- "I am always on time".
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