In the previous article we share our expert findings on the
top executive jobs top company in Nigeria are hiring. We also highlighted the
top skills, responsibility and their average monthly earning. The essence of
this previous article was to give insight to top jobs in demand across the
federation. This will sure help the reader to make decision or get their career
back on track. Although the list tends to be limited, there are other Top jobs
that are also in demand and surely paying high as well.
Hiring Manager knows it’s difficult to identify skill or talent
through executive’s resumes. An executive at some point will realize he/she
possess very similar skills as your competition when searching for a new job.
When you combine your tangible skills with an impressive resume/CV, you stand a
better chance of stand out.
While there are unique set of skills from jobseekers for
each job opening, certain skills and values are universally sought by Hiring
Managers. Most jobseekers posses these skills to some extent, but the
weaknesses in these areas can improve their skills through personal
development, training, coaching, mentoring, professional development, or
coaching from someone who understands these skills. Once you understand and
master these skills that most employers seek, you can tailor your job-search to
align with common employer requirements. That’s what Careernaija stands for,
ensure you complete reading the article.
So what are these critical and top skills that employers
demand of Jobseekers? These are top skills that will land any professional their
dream Job. Employers seek these skills in Jobseekers. They are the secret
formulas to wooing employers. Check out the list below:
Critical
Decision-Making
Your ability to make quick and thoughtful decision shows you
are aware of any given situation. Being able to make highly critical decisions
within a short period with limited information is very valuable. You are not
just making random contributions in meeting, but your suggestions are relevant
in the given situation. This skill is essential in any industry and to be able
to attain an executive level in your career.
People Skills
To be seen or referred to as peoples’ people, then your
people skills must be up there. You
must be that kind of person people hate to love and love to love. People skills
are in short the various traits in you that allow you to play well with others.
Good personality comes in form of effective, accurate, persuasive communication
and influential communication style. You will be amazed that I won’t mention
leadership skills in this article, why? This is because embed in a great leader
is great and excellent people skills.
Effective
Communication Skills
Employers seeks candidate that are able to communicate
properly. Effective communication skills consist of knowing when to speak, when
not, control the situation while in a dialogue, what to talk about, with whom,
when, where and in what form. We need to be able to communicate effectively
when you speak, listen, read and write. All this are necessary in our day to
day activities, with our colleagues, visitor and the client of the organization
we represent. You are able to reach more audience and influence better with
Effective communication skills. You are also able to persuade your boss about a
new idea or your client into buying your product and services.
Networking Skills
Integrating networking into your life is extremely important
for your job search. You have to be aware of the people around you and also
it’s important you surround yourself with the right people – people that matters.
This will go a long way in determining the height you can reach in your career.
One of the ways you can develop your network is through conversation, attending
meeting, seminars, through social media and engaging with people in your
immediate community. Meet with new people, get to know their name, share
contact information among other are thing you can do to improve your networking
skills.
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