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This is the last trait in our series of What Makes You More Employable in 2010. You should have read them in order, if you haven’t here are the links to the previous articles,… Continue

Thank you for joining us on discovering the traits that make you more employable in 2010, this is our second last trait, before we bring you a new series of great posts and information, so stay tuned!… Continue

To make you more employable in 2010 today we are discussing trait #10 - Dependability/Reliability…

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Today we are discussing trait #9 Problem Solving, to make you more employable in 2010.



Problem solving is a skill that enables you to tackle issues in a rational and systematic way. It is a strategic-thinking process that involves attention to detail, setting goals, evaluating alternatives and finding… Continue

Today we are discussing trait #8 networking, to make you more employable in 2010.



Networking is essentially getting to know other people, their abilities, and interests for the mutual benefit of each other. It brings that saying “It’s not what you know, but who you know that gets you the gig” so true. Connecting with the right people is more important today then ever before.



In this age of cut…

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To make you more employable in 2010, #7 good ‘Communication Skills’ is vital trait to master.

Effective communication is the lifeline of an organisation. Employers want to discern if you have the ability to organise your thoughts and ideas effectively to achieve business goals. Good communication not only enhances any organisations productivity, but also improves the overall working environment.

We at SMStheJob know that good communication…

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We all know what it feels like to want to change jobs: work in a job we hate, or have lost our passion for, or simply had enough of the boss!! Sometimes that ideal new job seems elusive. The search may be discouraging and you are tempted to take just any job. However taking just any role may not be the right fit for you or the employer. We…

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Trait #6 Negotiation…

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Trait #5 Team Work

Today we are discussing trait #5…

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#4 Willingness to Learn…

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Following on from our last blog, we are looking at what makes you more employable in 2010!! Last time I talked about Self Awareness, today I am looking at #2 ADAPTABILITY!!



Our ideas at http://www.smsthejob.com.au/ are from our experience, but in case you missed the last blog, the topic came up from an article written by Stuart Parkin1 and some further research: The University of Central England’s Employer Satisfaction survey2 and The… Continue

Recently Stuart Parkin wrote a great article on “What makes you more employable”^1…

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