CEO Corner: 5 Factors That Will Contribute To Career Success.

Written by Soong Chong, Director
 

Many people wonder, what exactly do employers look for in potential employees. It obviously differs with each role however there are a few set factors that employers will always look at despite what position the candidate may be considered for. These factors include the following:

1.Basic Abilities

One of the first things employers will look at on your CV is if you are a high school or university graduate which illustrates that you can read, write and speak English. Other skills that are noted include computer skills such as what programs you are efficient with and how much experience you have with the program. 

2.Communication 

Communication is essentially how you interact with others. For example, how you deal with customers, how well you answer their questions and how well you serve them. 

3.Desire for the Role

When applying for a particular position, employers look for candidates which stand out from the pool of applicants. Candidates that perform well in interviews, put in a lot of effort and display a genuine interest and desire for the position will have a better chance at excelling further in the interview process than someone who gives a poor interview and doesn't display enthusiasm for the role.

4.Ability to prove yourself in your new role

Should you be successful in acquiring a new position, you must prove that you were the right candidate for the job. This can be done by being thorough in the work your doing and always thinking ahead in terms of what you can do better. 

5.Personal & Career Development

You must always have an open mind when it comes to learning and developing yourself. With every job you have, you will learn new things. It is best to take these experiences onboard and apply it to your everyday life. Personal & Career development is achieved by setting goals for yourself both personally and professionally. Your personal goal may be too get over your fear of trying new things whereas your professional goal may be sending 20 emails instead of 10.