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    A survey of over 400 employers found that the most important work qualities for new hires were verbal and written communication, honesty and integrity, and teamwork. Other highly rated skills included strong work ethic, motivation, flexibility, analytical thinking, computer skills, organization, and relevant work experience. Employers placed less importance on attributes like creativity, sense of humor, and risk-taking.

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    Work Qualities and Skills Employers

    Look for in New Hires

    In a recent poll of over 400 employers, the following work qualities and skills were
    identified as most important for new hires to exhibit. The rating scale was from 1
    (least important) to 5 (most important). How many of them do you have?

    Work Quality or Skills Rating (from 1 to 5)

    Verbal and written communication 4.69

    Honesty and integrity 4.59

    Teamwork (works well with others) 4.54

    Interpersonal (relates well with others) 4.50

    Strong work ethic 4.46

    Motivation and initiative 4.42

    Flexibility and adaptability 4.41

    Analytical (critical thinking) 4.36

    Computer skills 4.21

    Organize
    4.05
    d
    Has work experience (internship, practicum, cooperative education
    4.00
    experience, volunteer, other)
    Detail oriented 4.00

    Leadership 3.97

    Self-confidence 3.95

    Friendly and outgoing 3.85

    Well mannered and police 3.82

    Tactful 3.75

    Grade point average (3.0 or better) 3.68

    Creativity 3.59

    Sense of humor 3.25

    Entrepreneurial and willing to take risks 3.23

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