Standing out from the competition

For job seekers with similar job-specific skills and experience, there is a very real need to stand out.  One of the best ways to do this is by emphasizing your professional attributes. These are traits indicative of how you will perform in the workplace, and employers evaluate them closely.  Knowing the professional attributes that employers value most allows you to position yourself better against the competition. We analyzed millions of job postings in Indeed’s index from January 1st through June 30th, 2010, and extracted the most commonly occurring professional attributes. The professional attributes found most frequently in job postings are:

 

01. Leadership 领导力
02. Interpersonal 人际关系
03. Problem solving 动手能力
04. Motivated 自强不息
05. Efficient 效率
06. Detail oriented 仔细
07. Prioritize 善于安排事情
08. Teamwork 团队合作
09. Reliable 信誉
10. Multi-task 多面手
11. Time management 时间管理
12. Passionate 热忱
13. Listening 倾听
14. Outgoing 友善
15. Honesty 诚实