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Stand Out from the Crowd: Key Skills for Study, Work and Life


Stand Out from the Crowd: Key Skills for Study, Work and Life

Paperback by Loughlin, Eleanor (Academic Support Office, DURHAM); Dorian, Laura (Durham University, Palatine Centre, Durham, UK)

Stand Out from the Crowd: Key Skills for Study, Work and Life

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ISBN:
9781137608017
Publication Date:
30 Oct 2018
Language:
English
Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:
Red Globe Press
Pages:
235 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 29 - 30 Apr 2024
Stand Out from the Crowd: Key Skills for Study, Work and Life

Description

This book takes a hands-on approach to skills development and will help your students to stand out from the crowd, both during their studies and when applying for jobs. It supports students in the development of key organisational and interpersonal skills, including time management, teamwork and leadership, through activities and reflective tasks. It also provides practical guidance on developing vital entrepreneurial attributes, such as critical thinking and problem solving, and articulating these skills to prospective employers. This text is an essential resource for all students looking to develop the skills, experience and attributes which are desired by today's employers. It is also ideal for students on personal development planning and employability modules across all disciplines and levels.

Contents

Introduction 1. Understanding and Developing Yourself PART I: ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS 2. Time Management 3. Project Management PART II: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 4. Communication 5. Understanding Others 6. Teamworking 7. Leadership PART III: ENTREPRENEURIAL ATTRIBUTES 8. Adaptability 9. Using Initiative 10. Problem Solving 11. Critical Thinking 12. Creativity and Innovation PART IV: EVIDENCING YOUR SKILLS TO EMPLOYERS 13. Recording Your Achievements 14. Writing a Strong CV 15. Covering Letter 16. Application Forms 17. Interviews 18. Managing Your Online Presence References Further Resources Index.#

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