Employers want workers who:

ead, write and communicate effectively have effective math skills have effective computer skills are good team members are respectful to fellow workers have good customer relations skills have a strong work ethic believe in the dignity of work ecognize that work is the primary source for earning a living are committed employees are self-motivated lifelong learners have effective analytical problem-solving skills follow instructions understand and apply technology are punctual and dependable are honest and trustworthy are adaptable and flexible have a good attitude have good work habits have demonstrated the capacity for work

 

Aptitude Tests and Resources

The Skills Triad Identify your key skills to uncover possible career options. Tips for Writing a Good Job Objective Narrow your focus with a strong career objective. Majoring in the Rest of Your Life Author Carol Carter talks about finding the right career. Career Aptitude Resources Use these personality tests to better understand yourself and your potential. Self Assessment Area will help you find out what you should really be doing. The Career Doctor Research careers or see where your major can lead you. Workstyle Quiz How your personality affects your workstyle Are You a Team Player? Quiz This quick test will help determine if you'll be a happy team player. Assess Yourself Several test to point you in the right direction

Additional Resources

Interviews Ace the Interview Interviewing Dos and Don'ts Resumania On-Line Becoming a Model Candidate: Example Interview Questions The Follow-Up or Thank-You Letter Monster Interview Gear Questions You Might Ask the Interviewer Resumes The Three Basic Types of Resumes Resume Design and Production Tips How to Write Cover Letters Kaplan's Career Center: tips on preparing resumes and cover letters to send to a potential employer JobSmart: Resumes, cover letters, career guides and salary information. Great site on choosing the correct style of resume for you Writing a Winning Resume and Cover Letter: Test your resume IQ and then move on to what to include and what to omit. JobWeb: Resume Writing Tips Resume Proofreading Checklist: Print out this list and go through it before you send your resume Rebecca Smith's Resumes and Resources

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