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HOW TO MARKET YOURSELF TO EMPLOYERS
Develop Your Technical Skills Many businesses embrace some sort of digitalisation at work. This means you need to adapt to using it, or at least be comfortable with technology at work. Even if you are not in IT.
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ecause much emphasis is usually put on soft skills, IT-related technical skills are generally not given priority if you are not working in the sector. However, with technology now playing such a vital and pivotal role in every aspect of almost every industry, you should consider picking up these skills, even if it is only at the basic level.
Coding Today, coding is almost as important as literacy, and knowledge of programming languages from HTML to Java can go a long way in helping your application. While you do not need to be able to actually code – understanding the principles behind it is enough – employers have shown a marked preference for graduates who have an awareness of what goes on “behind the scenes” in applications and websites. Example of how it is useful for you: If you are in the content creation sector, chances are you will need to publish your creations online. Knowing how to code just makes your job easier and lets your content look exactly the way you want it to on a website.
Computational thinking Computational thinking – or programmatic thinking – is not a new concept, and if you have made use of big data, you have likely engaged in it. Moreover, while it is often thought to have robust links to the IT sector, this methodical and logical way of thinking is becoming increasingly common in industries such as marketing and advertising. Someone familiar with computational thinking will have the habit of analysing and organising data in a logical way when reacting to a problem. As this method of thinking relies on data analysis and reason to resolve problems, you can start picking up this skill by viewing issues in a tactical, structured and organised manner. An example of this method of thinking is to jot down all your concerns, separate them categorically, and then think of ways to solve them as quickly as possible. After the issue has been resolved, gather data on the most effective and efficient methods that helped you realise your goal. Example of how it is useful for you: Being able to rationally think through a problem in a logical manner and come up with a probable solution is critical to succeed in the workplace. This is how you can take the first step into a leadership position.
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