12 Universal Skills: The Beginner's Guide to a Successful Work Life

By Nina Bech-Andersen and Peter Scheele

Book Overview

What if there was a shortcut to a successful, meaningful work life?

12 Universal Skills is a practical guidebook packed with the tools and techniques you need to not only survive but to thrive in your job. While other books exist on this subject, 12 Universal Skills is written focusing on those with little or no work experience.

This must-read helps you accelerate your learning curve and avoid unnecessary mistakes and frustrations at the beginning of your career. Additionally, the 24-step job search appendix shows you how to effectively search for jobs.

With this knowledge, you'll:

Learn the many rules and practices that are usually untaught and unwrittenUnderstand what valuable skills and strengths you already possessBuild better working relationships and reduce interpersonal conflictsFeel happier and more fulfilled in your careerReduce stressSignificantly increase your chances of getting the job or promotion you want

The 12 skills:

Building Self-AwarenessSetting GoalsBuilding ConfidenceBuilding ResilienceProfessional BehaviorsCommunicationTeamworkWorking with Your ManagerTime ManagementDecision-MakingNetworkingGetting and Applying Influence

For job searchers:

If you are looking for a job (maybe your first professional job), using your understanding of the important soft skills employers are always looking for will make you a more attractive candidate. And, not least, it will make you more confident in your job applications and interviews.

To further help you, the book includes a powerful job search appendix, tying the job search process to the 12 universal skills. It goes through 24 steps to a successful outcome, including how to engage your network, make a resume / CV, write a cover letter, answer common interview questions, and negotiate the best package. Combined with the 12 universal skills, this is invaluable knowledge for anyone unsure of how to effectively go job hunting, including those applying for graduate programs, trainee positions, internships, and apprenticeships.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8409432870
• ISBN13: 9788409432875
• Release Date: October 2022
• Publisher: Peter Scheele
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"