The document discusses essential workplace skills including reading various documents, using documents like forms and technical drawings, using numeracy skills like measuring and calculating, writing skills like memos and reports, oral communication like giving instructions and listening, thinking skills such as problem solving and decision making, using digital technology, continuous learning, working with others, and why these skills are important for individuals and the workforce.

1. Reading @ Work Including: Work instructions E-mails and memos Policies Reports Health and safety manuals

2. Document Use @ Work Icons Labels Lists Tables Forms Graphs Signs Maps Gauges Images Schedules Schematics Touch screens Technical drawings

3. Document Use @ Work Finding & using information Putting in information where it is needed Constructing information displays

4. Numeracy @ Work Using numbers and thinking mathematically to: Measure Make calculations Estimate Work with money Analyze numerical trends Create schedules and budgets

5. Writing @ Work Using the written word to create a clear message Filling in forms Writing memos, notes, short letters and paragraphs Using a computer Writing extended text

6. Oral Communication @ Work Talking with others to Give and exchange information and ideas Ask questions Give directions Coordinate work tasks Explain and persuade Includes Listening

7. Thinking Skills @ Work Thinking skills include: Problem Solving Job Task Planning and Organizing Finding Information Critical Thinking Significant Use of Memory Decision Making Using a thinking process to solve problems conceptualize solutions organize and plan find needed information be logical remember things make decisions

8. Digital Technology @ Work Using information and communication technology

9. Continuous Learning @ Work Applying strategies which support workplace learning and the ability to adapt to change

10. Working with Others @ Work Leading and coordinating or collaborating with others on work activities

11. Workplace Essential Skills: Why should I care? The workplace needs skilled workers who are efficient, effective and adaptable Individuals need the skills required for success at work In order to complete globally, Manitoba needs a skilled workforce