First Job Survival Skills - Unit 2

Congratulations on finishing level 1 of your first job survival skills journey! You have successfully made it through the challenges of level 1 and are now ready to move on to level 2.

While nailing the first 90 days at a new job is important, obtaining permanent status in any job is likely your end goal as an employee. Unit 2® recognizes 11 attributes that are fundamental to achieving this status and considered necessary for career success.

• Trustworthiness - Employers seek out reliable employees they can trust to fulfill their responsibilities without fail. Honesty, reliability, and consistency are all traits most valued in the workplace.
• Cooperativeness - Teamwork is necessary for success in the workforce. Being able to work with others, communicate proactively, and support others to achieve their targets are some of the cooperative skills employers seek.
• Appearance - Appearance plays a key role in first impressions, and it’s believed that people’s attire should communicate professionalism and dedication. Proper hygiene, grooming, and appropriate dress code help project a positive image of oneself.
• Language - Communicating effectively and appropriately is essential at the workplace. Verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills all play important roles in workplace interactions.
• Sociability - Building relationships and establishing strong networks are critical. By being sociable, one can build social capital and create opportunities that enable one to establish a successful career.
• Tolerance - We interact with people from different backgrounds every day, and therefore, understanding diverse cultures, beliefs, values, and lifestyles can provide a unique advantage for creating effective communication and cooperation at the workplace.
• Self-Control - Control over one’s emotions and behaviors is essential for workplace success. Understanding your reactions to different situations and managing them effectively is critical to maintain positive relationships with coworkers.
• Self-Esteem - Maintaining a positive mindset and a positive self-image is essential to project a confident and positive image of oneself. Positive self-esteem can lead to better decision-making skills and boost productivity.
• Focus - Staying focused and attentive to one’s responsibilities and commitments is key for success. Avoiding distractions, setting priorities, understanding the critical path, and time management are some strategies that can help maintain focus.
• Customer Friendliness - Every business wants to please its customers, so it stands to reason that employers value employees who possess strong customer-service skills. Stellar customer service requires empathy, problem-solving skills, and a people-first approach.
• Responsibility - Employers look for employees who are accountable for their actions and tasks without external follow-ups. Demonstrating responsibility means fulfilling commitments, completing responsibilities on time, and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines