Forbes: Top job needs for 2013 include more than just technical skills
It’s no surprise to anyone who’s been paying attention to the job market that the sectors hiring fastest skew towards those with technical expertise and engineering degrees.
Applicants talk to recruiters at a job fair at Washtenaw Community College
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The top two skills on the list were critical thinking and complex problem solving, followed by good judgment and active listening. While these aren’t necessarily skills that are easy to demonstrate on a resume, the report said job interviews especially are important in demonstrating those intangibles that many employers are looking for.
Click here to see the full list on Forbes.com.
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