So, let's start with a very famous quote that says, "It's crazy to do the same thing over and over again and expect different results each time." Albert Einstein.
While we don't need the crazy part here, the general message of the quote is great. If you are looking for a different result such as career advancement, more money, or even a permanent job instead of temporary work, it will be up to you to achieve it, but first we have to tell you some good and bad news.
The good news is that it is up to you alone; you have complete control over what you want to happen. The bad news is that change is difficult but certainly possible.
We, as human beings, stick to habits and develop routines instead of giving them up, we feel anxious if our usual routine is disturbed. We may do anything to get rid of our anxiety, for example, a fat person may eat to calm their anxiety, or the smoker lights a cigarette for the same purpose.
The point of this article is to show you the solid skills you need to relieve this anxiety so you can move up the career ladder, earn more money, or get a permanent job instead of the temporary work you don't want.
11 Solid Skills That Ensure You More Job Opportunities
The following solid skills are essential if you want to develop your career, and they are well worth the effort to learn, although they can be difficult to acquire:
1. Use of Cloud Computing
Cloud computing means “providing computing services, servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, cyber intelligence, and more services over the Internet (the cloud) to provide faster innovations and more flexible resources. We typically pay for the cloud services (internet services) we use, which helps lower your operating costs, run your infrastructure more efficiently, and expand as your business needs change” — that's Microsoft's definition of cloud computing.
There are many and varied jobs available in the world of cloud computing today, ranging from engineers and developers to data scientists and security professionals. Each job has its characteristics that require a high level and specific specifications to apply for it.
This is a challenging skill that requires a lot of learning, but if you have a desire to work in the world of technology and computers, then you can make cloud computing a profitable career for you.
2. Data Mining and Statistical Analysis
This field is very specialized, just like cloud computing.
Data mining is using large data sets to look for different trends and patterns that can be used to predict future behavior.
Amazon is probably the best-known company to use data mining, as when you buy something from Amazon, you'll notice a little ad at the bottom that says, "Customers who bought this product also bought this," and then they list two or three other items for you.
All of this information comes from data mining. By monitoring millions of Amazon sales, data miners can predict that you will buy the added items more often if you buy the first item you searched for.
This not only increases Amazon sales but also serves as a reminder to you that you may need these additional items for your project. This is precious information, has many uses, and is a handy tool for increasing productivity and sales.
3. Data Management
All companies today deal with a lot of data, and the ability to manage that data efficiently has become imperative, not to mention its high value.
Almost all of us have computers on our desks. Unless a hard copy is needed, nearly all of our data is computerized, meaning everything is theoretically within our reach.
The ability to organize this data to be accessed easily and quickly is why computers are preferred over paper filing cabinets.
However, data management on a computer, like old archiving, is only good if it is well organized. So, keep your data well organized and easy to access when needed.
Some people acquire this skill easily, such as people who are good with lists, but for others, it requires some practice. So, ensure you master this skill before applying to a job that requires it.
4. Task Scheduling
Being able to set and stick to a schedule is a handy tool in both business and life. Effective scheduling means that you can prioritize projects and understand the tools needed to get the job done on time, and it also means that you are organized enough to lead others.
The important point here is to write things down, whether in an old diary or a digital personal assistant, so keep a copy of your schedule in your hands at all times.
5. Financial Skills
This skill is important when looking for a promotion because as you move up the career ladder, you must deal with things like accounting, budgeting, financial planning, and cash flow management. Although you may not need to be an expert in all of this, you should understand each of them well.
It might be a good idea to develop this skill with a few night classes at your local university as you don't need to become an expert in it, but learning it can help a lot in your career.
6. Research Skills
This skill is essential in all aspects of life, but it is essential in your practical life.
If you're looking for your first job after college, know that nothing impresses a boss or hiring manager more than someone who has researched the company. Because managers and owners always deal with regular people looking for a job, they need to see value in hiring (or promoting) you.
So, do research about the company, have some company-specific questions ready to be asked, and show that you are interested in working or taking that job. Never show that you want the job or promotion because you have seniority or need money.
If you seek a promotion, never speak badly of the ex-employee you want to take up their position. Instead, choose a good example and explain how you would like to use or expand their policy and how it would reinforce the changes you wish to make.
If you are applying for a new job, ensure you have company-specific questions to prove that you did your duty for the new position.
7. Marketing Skills
Marketing a company's products or services is a highly desirable skill, especially in today's world, where marketing takes many forms.
Some highly sought-after marketing skills include:
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
- Search Engine Marketing (SEM).
- Marketing campaign management.
- Familiarity with Google Analytics.
- Also, familiarity with the content management system "Wordpress".
While traditional marketing and branding focus on advertising and selling, almost all marketing efforts are focused on the Internet.
8. Network Security Specialist
Like previous skills, this skill requires specialized training; the amount of data that all companies store is very large, and if that data is leaked or stolen, it could cost companies millions of dollars in lost revenue and lawsuits.
If you are interested in network security, you will find that this field is profitable and stable.
9. Communication Skills
At first glance, communication skills may not fit into the category of “solid skills” that can help you succeed. Still, in today's world, where distances are constantly converging, and companies can do business from just about anywhere, communication is more critical than ever.
Do you speak two languages? No matter what other language you are fluent in, there is always a company looking for someone who speaks that language.
10. Computer Programming
Whether you use it or not, computers will still be a necessity in the future, and the need for computer programming will increase with the development of hardware and software.
11. Graphic Design
4.37 million new websites were launched by 2018; many failed because they didn't pay enough attention to the visual aspect, and the problem was exacerbated by the use of templates and copied websites.
Google ranks sites partly in a way that is related to the authenticity of these sites, which means that duplicate or copied sites may not be ranked by Google in the first place, so the more authentic your site is, the more likely people are to visit it and spend time on it.
This is precisely what a graphic designer does: taking your basic idea and turning it into a website that people want to visit.
Dealing with the Anxiety That Accompanies Change
You will feel anxious when you learn these new skills, and you may want to give up, but remember that the result you want is worth it.
Here are some tricks to apply when you feel overwhelmed:
Have you ever met a former smoker who regretted quitting? Or a drug abuser who says life was so much better before they quit?
These people have gone through some of the toughest challenges a human can go through, including weeks, if not months, of severe withdrawal symptoms. However, they did so because they knew that the pain and anxiety they would experience would eventually lead to a much better life.
Now, are you still complaining about the difficulty of taking simple steps to learn new skills? Everyone hates it, and everyone thinks about extra lessons, for example, complaining about being too old to learn and about forcing them to give up family or free time. While these additional lessons are one possible way to develop these necessary skills, they are not the only way.
You should check with the human resources department of the company you want to work for. Getting the job may require a specific certification, and additional lessons, online lessons, or any other form of education in those cases will be the best way for you. Still, if certification is not required, your options are wide open.
Let's say you are a salesperson interested in becoming a sales manager, but the task assigned to you will never achieve the sales figures that will make you stand out as a good candidate for the sales manager position. In this case, you can start your business without competing with your company to achieve what you want.
Nowadays, there are so many options for learning how to sell products online, and even how to set up your website and create a website to sell your product online, so you don't have to carry your goods or worry about shipping them.
In Conclusion
We've rounded up these skills to give you a chance in the competition. We've offered you a mix of skills that need a lot of practice and others that you can work on and develop independently.
We know that only a few people are qualified to become cloud computing experts. Still, we also know that having good scheduling skills, for example, will make you a better candidate for the position.
We cautioned that you should not dismiss the idea of a “side business,” especially for people new to the business, where having a successful business shows potential employers that you have the initiative, scheduling skills, and ambition that can put you ahead of your competition.
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