What Employers Look For
Employers seek a combination of the following qualities in candidates.
- Relevant education
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Honesty / integrity
- Interpersonal skills (relate well to others)
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork skills (work well with others)
- Analytical skills
- Motivation / initiative
- Flexibility / adaptability
- Skills related to position
- Detail oriented
- Enthusiasm
- Knowledge of the company and industry
- Interest in the position and company
It is common practice for interviewers to take notes during an interview and/or complete an evaluation form on each candidate interviewed. In this way, employers are able to objectively compare candidates on qualities important for the position and valued by the organization.