✨ Activity: Skills Employers Want: Transferable Skill Statements

✨ Activity: Skills Employers Want

Transferable Skill Statements

Now, we invite you to review the list of transferable skills needed for the future:

Problem-solving
Creativity
Workforce digital skills
Communication
Collaboration
Critical thinking
Leadership

Download the Skills Employers Want Worksheet (PDF) to record your answers for the following activity.

Connect the dots:

1. Choose one workplace transferable skill that you:

you are adept at and enjoy using
would rate yourself as “better than average” at using, and
are still exploring and mastering

2. What instance did you 'repurpose' this skill during a course assignment, a team activity, or your research?

What was the Situation and Task at hand? What as the Action you took? What was the Result of your action? What Skills did you gain or build on?

These are powerful examples during career transition, when you meet potential employers, are applying for jobs, or during interviews.

Examples provide evidence. Employers want evidence that you can successfully handle the responsibilities of the job. Strong skill statements—ones that clearly link your experience, abilities, education, and knowledge—demonstrate your qualifications and make a compelling case for why you’re a good fit.