The document outlines seven skills essential for career success: communication, information technology, information handling, multi-tasking, critical thinking, teamwork, and continuous learning. It provides details on each skill, including how to develop strong communication through clear writing, professional presentation, and active listening. It emphasizes the importance of technology skills, handling information overload through prioritization and note-taking, and embracing lifelong learning.

1. LaSalle Computer Learning CenterDeveloping Workplace Skillswww.LaSalleComputer.com  (813) 288-0110

2. Top 7 Skills essential for career success# 1 – Communication# 7 Continuouslearning# 2 – Information Technology # 6 – Teamwork #5 – Critical Thinking# 3 – Information handling# 4 – Multi -tasking

3. How do you acquire Professional Skills?On-the-job trainingEducation (formal & informal)Life Experience(good & bad)

4. # 1 – Communication Every job will require you to communicate with othersProfessionals need to be able to communicate clearly with management, co-worker and clients

5. Workplace communicationWritten CommunicationNon-Verbal CommunicationVerbal CommunicationVerbalPresentationAudience AwarenessCritical ListeningWrittenProfessional level writingCritical ReadingPresentation of DataNon-VerbalPersonal PresentationBody Language

6. Always remember the 5 C’s of CommunicationCLARITYCOMPLETENESSCONSISENESSCONCRETENESSCORRECTNESS

7. Written CommunicationClear, Professional written communication is the keyRemember, everything you write is considered to be “in stone”

8. Because you can not read intention in writing, it is important to consider your tone.

9. Don’t write in all CAPS

10. Use professional titles rather than informal names

11. Use your Spell Check!Non-Verbal Communication55% of Communication is conveyed through body languageNon-verbal communication includes

12. Facial expressions

13. Eye contact

14. Gestures

15. Posture