What two words describe an important skill you need to do a good job at work?
Being organized helps you stay on task. Being friendly and respectful helps you get along with others. Listening carefully helps you understand what to do.
Skills for Work
Teamwork: working together with other people to complete tasks. Problem Solving: finding solutions to difficult questions and challenges. Communication: talking and writing in order to share thoughts and ideas with others.
Concepts:
Employers often look for 'soft skills' too, like being a good listener, being organized, and working well with others. Employers often look for workers who are comfortable with technology, even if the job doesn't directly involve technology. Some employers look for workers who can think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to problems.
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Work together in pairs: What are three skills that you think are important for doing a good job at work?
Work together in pairs: What is one skill you think is important to have for a job?
Brain break: Create a drawing of a monster with five arms, three legs, and two eyes that can fly! Be sure to include as much detail as possible, such as scales, spikes, horns, and other features. Have fun!
What is the most important skill you need for work?
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Accounting
Which of these is NOT a skill you need for work?
- Coloring
- Writing
- Listening
- Problem Solving
Which of these is a skill you need for work?
- Reading
- Climbing
- Planning
- Dancing
Which of these is a skill you need for work?
- Organizing
- Drawing
- Speaking
- Fishing
Which of these is a skill you need for work?
- Researching
- Playing
- Negotiating
- Jumping