Qualities that Employers look for in Drafters.ppt

Drafters must be able to turn plans and ideas into technical drawings of buildings, tools, and systems. Detail oriented. Drafters must take care that the plans they convert are technically accurate according to the outlined specifications. Interpersonal skills.

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2. Employability Skills
Defined as:
A set of achievements, understandings and
personal attributes that make individuals more
likely to gain employment and be successful in
their chosen careers.
(Knight and Yorke, 2003)

3. Employability Skills
Skills that make you more employable.

4. Communication
Written
Verbal
Listening
How well do you follow instructions?
How well can you type a letter or email?
Can you give a presentation?

5. Teamwork
Working effectively as part of a team
Are you a leader?
Can you accept criticism and make changes?
Can you come up with ideas?
Do you perform the best of your ability?
Do you carry out your part of the teamwork?
Do you encourage others?

6. Interpersonal
How well do you get along with others?
Can you manage people?
How’s your attitude?
You can resolve conflict?
Are you flexible?
Are you professional at work?

7. Motivation/Initiative
Are you proactive?
Are you determined?
Do you meet deadlines?
Do you take ownership of problems?
Are you willing to learn new skills?
Does someone have to keep reminding you?
Do you “go the extra mile”?

8. Analytical/Problem Solving
Can you gather resources to solve problems?
Can you identify problems?
How are your research skills?

9. Strong Work Ethic
A belief in the moral benefit and importance of
work and its inherent ability to strengthen
character.
How’s your attendance?
Do you care about quality work?
Do you show integrity?
Are you self-disciplined?
Are you a hard worker?