FIVE UNIQUE WAYS OF IMPROVING YOUR SKILLS TO RETAIN YOUR JOB

 

The present global economic recession has made employers of labor to look for an employee who is not only employable but also has potential of effecting positive change in his business organization through skills improvement. Be it public or private establishment there is no more place for stagnated workers because we are  presently in world of dynamic labor force where ability  to improve his or her skills plays a dominant role on his or her employment, retainship and promotion.  Thus, looking out for skills that are in high demand for your occupation; getting scoop; drawing up plan of action for execution; attendance of conferences, seminars, tutorials and workshops to share experiences with the admired senior colleagues in your career fields and  going to school are very important elements of improving your skills to keep your job.

 

1. Looking out for skills that are in high demand in your occupation

A smart worker should always keep watching out for the skills that are most valuable to the employer in his/her career field.  You can do this through a constant review of job title for the position.  According to Alison Doyle SimplyHired is a good example of website you can research on with appropriate keywords or phrases to get job titles of skills that is most current in your profession.

 

1. Getting Scoop

Your Personnel Department is another good place to get an insight of the most preferred skills for your profession. Analyze the profiles of the outstanding workers in your field to identify any skills which helped them to excel.

 

1. Draw Up Plan of Action

Having identified the skills, you have to embark on action plan of execution.  It could be through the attendance of Professional Associations’ workshops and conferences.  Some organizations offer lone tutorials or workshops.  Review their agendas and speak to the leaders of those organizations to identify the opportunities.  You can also find out from the IT professionals in your organizations to know what your employer offer and how to utilize those opportunities.

 

 

1. Considering Going to School

In addition, you can check with local colleges and other adult education institution to pursuing part time courses in related programs that will enhance your skills and knowledge.

 

1. Taking Part in Voluntary Projects

At times, ad hoc projects are initiated in your work place without any monetary reward; you can volunteer to take part.  Your primary aim in this case is to showcase your skills and knowledge of doing the project.  At the end of the day your skillful handling of that project will be noted. Don’t be surprised that whenever the opportunity arises, you will the first among the employees that will be considered.

 

By and large, you will be surprised at the rate you are going to get favor at your work by ways and manners your boss or your employer will always like to retain and compensate you simply because of the machinery put in place to improve your skills both to your own benefits as well as that of your organization.

 

REFERENCE

Alison Doyle How to Keep your Current Job