12 universal skills : the beginner's guide to a successful work life

The most valuable skills in our economy are often untaught and unspoken. But if you master them, you?ll achieve extraordinary results. These are nontechnical skills like resilience, confidence, and influence. Often overlooked by the educational system, they are key to a successful career. This book goes in-depth with the 12 most important. Based on the authors' lifetime of real-world, hard-won experience, and backed by extensive research and conversations with leadership experts, this book empowers you with a strong foundation for long-lasting job success. With straightforward ?how to? explanations and action steps, supported by examples, you?ll learn how to: create a career path that matches your strengths and aspirations ; build confidence in yourself, your skills, and your ideas ; fit in as a respected team member ; make sure you live up to expectations ; avoid stress ; and handle mistakes and conflicts with grace. As an added bonus, you get a dedicated job search appendix with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips for preparing, applying, and interviewing for potential jobs. Whether you are a soon-to-be graduate, just starting your career, or looking for a job (including your first professional job), use 12 Universal Skills as your trusted guide. NOTE: This book includes unlimited access to more than 30 downloadable templates and self-assessment tools you can use to boost your results.