Transferable Skills
Everyone has strengths and skills they are naturally good at. Here is a list of transferable skills that workers in all types of careers can use.
Common Transferable Skills
| Skill Set | Description | Examples |
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| Basic Skills | These are skills needed by almost all workers. These skills are very important to have. Writing, for example, is a basic skill that gets you into a good job. Not having it can keep you out of a good job. |
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| People Skills | These are some of the most needed and wanted skills. They're sometimes called "soft skills." These skills help people to work well with others. |
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| Management Skills | All workers need these skills, not just managers. Employers hire people who can keep track of projects, money, and their time. |
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| Systems Skills | Can you understand how parts and wholes work together? For example, could you see what would happen to your company if a certain employee left? Or how a new tax law might change prices at the grocery store? Then you have systems skills. |
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| Technical Skills | Technology includes computers and equipment. Computers are common in most workplaces. People in all occupations should know how to work with technology. |
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Next Steps:
- Write your skills on your career plan.
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