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IT’S WHO YOU ARE: Computer and math skills are important in the job market, but personality ranks higher with employers. That’s the finding in a nationwide survey of a variety of industries by National Education Centers in Irvine, which operates 50 trade schools. English skills also ranked high. . . . Says the NEC’s Michael Brannick: “Five years ago computer skills would have topped the list. Businesses are showing a growing need for strong interpersonal skills.”
Job Qualifications
Attributes companies say they most often look for in job applicants Positive personality: 32% English skills: 29% General knowledge: 22% Good attitude: 21% Computer skills: 21%
Source: Survey of 623 employers in 13 industries for National Education Centers.
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