Between eight and ten hours a day for the majority of the human race is spent, not at home with loved ones, not enjoying life, but yes working. We can spend anywhere from 96,000 hours to 120,000 hours of our life working, that is if we are lucky and can retire after working 50 years. Now knowing that information it is imperative to get a good job as fast as possible. As an employee it is important to know what employer's are looking for. This can give you an edge when writing your cover letter and highlighting you qualities both in your resume and in the interview. So what do you need to know?

1) Communication:
2) Integrity:
3) Detailed-Oriented:
4) Team-Oriented:
5) Organization Skills
6) Flexible:
7) Motivated:
8) Strong Technical Skills:
9) Analytical skills:
10) Interpersonal skills:

Knowing these skills can provide an advantage while looking for a job. This will give you confidence to answer questions outlining each skill and how it relates to yourself.

TIPS:
1. When highlighting these skills within your cover letter give a short detailed description of an event or task that it evolved.
2. When answering interview questions, be sure to provide clear and concise answer using those keywords provided.

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