TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

What are interpersonal skills and why are they valuable in the workplace?

What is the difference between past and present job trends?

• People used to work alone in the past, but now they need to work in teams.
• People only learned skills for one specific job in the past, but now they need transferable skills for multiple jobs.
• People used to have more IT skills in the past, but now they are less important.
• People used to change jobs frequently in the past, but now they stay in the same job for their entire lives.

Why are IT skills important in various jobs?

• Because they allow people to work alone and independently.
• Because they are essential for creating a good impression on customers and colleagues.
• Because they are highly valued by employers.
• Because they are necessary for leadership and teamwork.

Why is it important to have transferable skills in the 21st century?

• To be able to adapt to changing job market trends.
• To be able to work in multiple jobs throughout one's lifetime.
• To be able to communicate effectively with others.
• To be able to use technology in the workplace.

How do the skills needed for different jobs compare and contrast?

• They may have some overlap, but also have distinct differences.
• They are all the same and do not vary between jobs.
• They are all equally important for success in any job.
• They are all unique and specific to each job.

Which of the following jobs would require strong problem-solving skills?

• Banker
• Waiter
• Shop assistant
• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT an example of an IT skill?

• Communicating effectively with others.
• Using social media.
• Using new technology.
• Working with computers.

How do personal qualities impact job performance?

• They have no impact on job performance.
• They are only important for certain jobs, such as working in a bank.
• They are important for creating a good impression on customers and colleagues.
• They are only important for leadership positions.

Which of the following is NOT a personal quality that employers look for?

• Introversion
• Ambition
• Responsibility
• Reliability

What is the role of communication in a successful career?

• It is not important for success in a career.
• It is only important for certain jobs, such as working in a bank.
• It is important for working in a team and creating a good impression on others.
• It is only important for leadership positions.