leadership

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, career readiness is the foundation upon which a successful career is launched. Career readiness is, quite simply, the new career currency. There are eight career readiness competencies, each of which can be demonstrated in a variety of ways.

Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals.

Sample Behaviors:
• Inspire, persuade, and motivate self and others under a shared vision.
• Seek out and leverage diverse resources and feedback from others to inform direction.
• Use innovative thinking to go beyond traditional methods.
• Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence and a positive attitude.
• Motivate and inspire others by encouraging them and by building mutual trust.
• Plan, initiate, manage, complete, and evaluate projects.


Reprinted courtesy of the National Association of Colleges and Employers