Think: How do people communicate with each other in the 21st century? Critical analysisĮmployers want workers who are able to recognise the difference between information that can be believed and false information. They will have to be able to negotiate and discuss key issues and also write in a clear way without using too many words. Workers will have to be good communicators. Can you think of any solutions? Communication skills Think of some problems that you could face. Think: Imagine you are organising an end-of-term social event at school. How could it be improved? Can you think of three improvements? Problem solvingĮmployers will value workers who are able to see problems before they happen and come up with creative solutions. Think: Think of an object or gadget you use every day. Employers need people who can imagine new approaches and new ideas. In the age of technology that we are living in now, it is no longer enough to keep on making the same products. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Imagination These are the sorts of skills that employers may ask you questions about in interviews, so it’s a good idea to think about how good you are in these areas. Here are five less obvious ones for you to think about. Some, like ICT skills and knowledge of the digital world, are taught explicitly in schools in the UK. We need to develop all kinds of skills to survive in the 21st century. Have you got the skills you need for the 21st-century workplace?
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