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IT SEEMS AS THOUGH MORE AND MORE OF MY FORMER STUDENTS ARE WORKING IN SINGAPORE.
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If you are thinking of getting a job there, here is an important article.
Find out which are the top 5 skills employers value in 2014 http://bit.ly/1w4mPn1
Communication and interpersonal skills came up tops across various sectors and functions in an evaluation study done by STJobs.
STJobs’s evaluation consisted of employers who posted at least one job via the portal this year.
Although some of these skills are directly related to the job scopes and types of jobs posted, the top most in-demand attribute is one that unanimously straddles across varied positions, regardless of entry levels and/or industries.
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No. 1 – Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal communication skills are vital to workplace success. Being able to communicate concisely and with clarity – whether in writing or verbally – in a confident and effective manner is a key skill and requirement.
No. 2 – Microsoft Office and Office Administration
Microsoft Office remains as one of the world’s most popular work programme to be used in offices globally.
No. 3 – Customer Service
The most important customer service skill is the ability to deal with people, whether it is face-to-face, on the telephone or through written correspondence. Listening skills are also deemed as important for a good customer service experience.
No. 4 – Sales
A good sales person is aware of the wants, needs and expectations of the prospective customer and able to ask and questions plus build a sound relationship with him.
No. 5 – Accounting
For all the details, click on:
http://business.asiaone.com/news/top-5-most-demand-skills-employers-2014
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