So, what is a transferable skill? Basically, it is a skill that you can take with you to another job. Employers generally love these core skills which may be defined as:
* Technical skills - are you comfortable with current technological trends and use them to implement solutions?
* Technical skills - general knowledge of available computer software that may be applied and used as solutions.
* Organisational skills - good at organising your work, detailed analysis, and research and development skills.
Take note of the roles you perform in your job on a daily basis and you will notice that much of your experience would be very useful in other jobs. The exceptions being jobs that are niche and highly skilled.
Trainers, for example, will always be of use in other roles as companies are always striving to make their staff more efficient. A good organiser will always find demand for their skills in other roles as they usually have project management skills.
* Find your transferable skills
Examine the skills needed in different roles and spot the similarities between them. Do your research on established jobs boards like monster or telcojobs.eu. Compare your skills to other roles and you will find that your skills will be in demand across a range of roles.
This exercise will help you find the skills you didn't even know you had. Identify the skills that are second nature to you and may not rate as valid work skills as they might be essential for a prospective employer. Throughout this process compare the job skills you have with your job spec findings and you'll see that you may have the skills for any job.
It is good to show potential employers that you have good technical and management skills as well as demonstrating your transferable skills. Remember to keep your CV updated with with every achievement and success in your job and this will improve your prospects when you are looking for another career.
Make sure your CV lists your most important skills before the fold where is stands out as well as your selling points. When changing roles, it is important that with your CV you are able to convince the prospective employer why you would make a better choice of employee in the job or industry. Your CV is like a statement to sell yourself and impress quickly so you will stand out immediately in the interview. - 15465
* Technical skills - are you comfortable with current technological trends and use them to implement solutions?
* Technical skills - general knowledge of available computer software that may be applied and used as solutions.
* Organisational skills - good at organising your work, detailed analysis, and research and development skills.
Take note of the roles you perform in your job on a daily basis and you will notice that much of your experience would be very useful in other jobs. The exceptions being jobs that are niche and highly skilled.
Trainers, for example, will always be of use in other roles as companies are always striving to make their staff more efficient. A good organiser will always find demand for their skills in other roles as they usually have project management skills.
* Find your transferable skills
Examine the skills needed in different roles and spot the similarities between them. Do your research on established jobs boards like monster or telcojobs.eu. Compare your skills to other roles and you will find that your skills will be in demand across a range of roles.
This exercise will help you find the skills you didn't even know you had. Identify the skills that are second nature to you and may not rate as valid work skills as they might be essential for a prospective employer. Throughout this process compare the job skills you have with your job spec findings and you'll see that you may have the skills for any job.
It is good to show potential employers that you have good technical and management skills as well as demonstrating your transferable skills. Remember to keep your CV updated with with every achievement and success in your job and this will improve your prospects when you are looking for another career.
Make sure your CV lists your most important skills before the fold where is stands out as well as your selling points. When changing roles, it is important that with your CV you are able to convince the prospective employer why you would make a better choice of employee in the job or industry. Your CV is like a statement to sell yourself and impress quickly so you will stand out immediately in the interview. - 15465
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