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Seun:
Dear Programmers & Other Techies,

Please state the kind of company you work for and where it's located, the kind of work you do there, and how much you're paid.

This information will help programmers like you and employers like me a lot during salary negotiations. Thanks!

Pls check your email.

Seun:
I have sent out some rejections but I have not started interviews. Apologies for the delay.

Ehen!

And the only plan PDP has for Nigeria is to loot.

Thanks.

LEvuls:
Makes brain

Most job-seekers wish they could unlock the secret formula to winning the hearts and minds of employers. What, they wonder, is that unique combination of skills and values that make employers salivate with excitement?

Every employer is looking for a specific set of skills from job-seekers that match the skills necessary to perform a particular job. But beyond these job-specific technical skills, certain skills are nearly universally sought by employers. The good news is that most job-seekers possess these skills to some extent. The better news is that job-seekers with weaknesses in these areas can improve their skills through training, professional development, or obtaining coaching/mentoring from someone who understands these skills.

The best news is that once you understand the skills and characteristics that most employer seek, you can tailor your job-search communication -- your CV, cover letter, and interview language -- to showcase how well your background aligns with common employer requirements.

Numerous studies have identified these critical employability skills, sometimes referred to as "soft skills." We've distilled the skills from these many studies into this list of skills most frequently mentioned. We've also included sample verbiage describing each skill; job-seekers can adapt this verbiage to their CVs, cover letters, and interview talking points.

So, what are these critical employability skills that employers demand of job-seekers?

Communications Skills (listening, verbal, written). By far, the one skill mentioned most often by employers is the ability to listen, write, and speak effectively. Successful communication is critical in business.

Analytical/Research Skills. Deals with your ability to assess a situation, seek multiple perspectives, gather more information if necessary, and identify key issues that need to be addressed.

Computer/Technical Literacy. Almost all jobs now require some basic understanding of computer hardware and software, especially word processing, spreadsheets, and email.

Interpersonal Skills. The ability to relate to your co-workers, inspire others to participate, and mitigate conflict with co-workers is essential given the amount of time spent at work each day.

Leadership/Management Skills. While there is some debate about whether leadership is something people are born with, these skills deal with your ability to take charge and manage your co-workers.

Planning/Organizing. Deals with your ability to design, plan, organize, and implement projects and tasks within an allotted timeframe. Also involves goal-setting.

Problem-Solving/Reasoning/Creativity. Involves the ability to find solutions to problems using your creativity, reasoning, and past experiences along with the available information and resources.

Teamwork. Because so many jobs involve working in one or more work-groups, you must have the ability to work with others in a professional manner while attempting to achieve a common goal.

Honesty/Integrity/Morality. Employers probably respect personal integrity more than any other value, especially in light of the many recent corporate scandals.

Adaptability/Flexibility. Deals with openness to new ideas and concepts, to working independently or as part of a team, and to carrying out multiple tasks or projects.

Dedication/Hard-Working/Work Ethic/Tenacity. Employers seek job-seekers who love what they do and will keep at it until they solve the problem and get the job done.

Professionalism. Deals with acting in a responsible and fair manner in all your personal and work activities, which is seen as a sign of maturity and self-confidence; avoid being petty.

Self-Confidence. Look at it this way: if you don't believe in yourself, in your unique mix of skills, education, and abilities, why should a prospective employer? Be confident in yourself and what you can offer employers.

Self-Motivated/Ability to Work With Little or No Supervision. While teamwork is always mentioned as an important skill, so is the ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.

Willingness to Learn. No matter what your age, no matter how much experience you have, you should always be willing to learn a new skill or technique. Jobs are constantly changing and evolving, and you must show an openness to grow and learn with that change.

Final Thoughts on Employability Skills and Values

Employability skills and personal values are the critical tools and traits you need to succeed in the workplace -- and they are all elements that you can learn, cultivate, develop, and maintain over your lifetime. Once you have identified the sought-after skills and values and assessed the degree to which you possess, them remember to document them and market them (in your resume, cover letter, and interview answers) for job-search success.

Source: http://cvwizards.com.ng/top-skills-employers-are-looking-for-in-every-jobseeker/

@ Seun: Pls check your email and reply IMM. Thanks

Thanks for the encouragement.

HooxJnr:
You are not wrong in anyway.

The only thing I see here is that everybody's trying to play safe. They know PMB doesn't tolerate nonsense. The same reason the enemies of Nigeria have been fighting tooth and nail to make sure he doesn't get there. But God pass them. Less than a week after he won the election, they started installing street lights somewhere in my area, in Delta state. They demolished the fence of a secondary school, initially built with inferior materials and started re-constructing it to standard. They commenced work on some roads, and more. These contracts have been awarded and executed but the fear of PMB alone re-visited them. All these happened in the same local govt.

Nice one Op. That man wants to become popular by all means, and he thinks the only way he can achieve that is to condemn PMB's decision. Some people are gaining from the insurgency. Sadly, a good number of these people are serving generals. I don't want to write much. PMB took the right decision, and I'm still expecting more, as regards the Boko Haram issue.

Sir, do you have any military background? I guess the answer is No. Everybody in the military is trained to fight. I spent over 10 years of my life as a soldier. I'm an engineer by training, but I also took part in military operations. To my understanding, every soldier is combatant.

ifedubatoochukw:
I repeat once again the Central Military Command are not combatant soldiers they are experts there you find computer scientist manning the drones and satellite images rebroadcasting Enemy troop location to the combatant soldiers on ground and the airforces, there you even find Military nuclear experts etc..

they gather information, plan and cordinate military assaults ...

Central Military Command is an intelligent unit in the Army that is where military operation is directed using satellite images .. Buhari in this single directive acted as a man who is no longer in touch with modern military techniques



Nigeria military Command Area Of Responsibilty covers the whole of Nigeria and outside Nigeria where our troops are stationed currently

so it is very much senseless to relocate such a unit with sensitive data right at the frontline as if modern military intelligent information is gotten by trekking around sambisa forest in the middle of the Night? what are military satellites for? and surveillance drones?

Seen.

I don't know about other countries, but in Nigeria, Army, Airforce and Navy training is the same at the basic school, be it commissioned officers cadre or nco cadre. So, you're not correct.

Vikkie14:
NAF or NN are not a choice for ADC. Their training are quite different from the Army. NA are trained to engaged on land and that's why they have the largest force.
An Army soldier is trained to counter any aggressions arising from ground attacks.
It's the Army only that fights Man-to-Man while the others fights Plane-to-plane and Ship-to-ship. So, the FIRST contact is the Army. Army undergoes more training than AF or N.

No they don't. I think the issue here is that of comprehension.

ayodiamond:
You are a learner, 3 and 7 contradicts itself

You're welcome.

nobosaba:
Thanks for sharing

@ markessien: I'm happy for you. Pls I'll like to know what medium(s) you use in creating awareness for your business.

Then, what are you still waiting for? My friend, you said it yourself that you're from a polygamous family. So I need not remind you the kind of battles which such homes are subject to, diabolical and otherwise. If I were you, I wouldn't wait to be told. Don't just relocate, flee!

It's expected. Besides, if you're a job seeker, check my signature.

What happened to the service year?

Deejacy2:
@All what of those who don't have any work experience at all? How will they write their CV?

Woe on our leaders.

Great.

There was a country.

Lol

Jugdement:
Abeg! Na the woman dey shake waist jor! Let him command our filling stations to sell fuel.

I narrowly missed FTC. Hopefully, next time I'll make it. Besides, if you're still searching, you may find the link on my signature useful.

You'll find the complete article at: www.cvwizards.com.ng/our-blog

missKiffy:
Ok, can you pls give me the heading of the last 3

Sorry about that. I posted all 10. It's best knows to the mods why they deleted the other part.

missKiffy:
It stopped at 7, anyway nice write up, the only part I disagree is leaving out your primary school, some employer might ask you 'didn't you attend primary sch'