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Qualities Employers Look for in a Candidate
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND ADVISEMENT CENTER

 



 

Preparing for the Interview
Arriving for the Interview
The Interview
Interview Tips
What Employers Look For
Five Deadly Questions
Questions You May Be Asked
Good Questions to Ask
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The ideal employee is highly motivated, uses common sense, pays attention to detail, can anticipate and solve problems, and is a team player. The following presents a profile of the 10 desired employee characteristics.

  • Intelligence and initiative

  • Ability to communicate clearly

  • Sets good example for others

  • Ability to anticipate and solve problems

  • Courtesy and diplomacy

  • Ability to be self-sufficient yet contribute as a team member

  • Flexibility to alter plans when required

  • Ability to handle details while possessing an overall perspective

  • Oriented towards an accomplishment rather than activity

  • Ability to do the right things right the first time

 

The Career Development and Gloria S. Williams Advisement Center is located in:
Student Center 301, 300 Pompton Road Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone 973.720.2281/2282 Fax 973.720.2074