WORKPLACE BASIC SKILLS FOR ENTRY LEVEL WORKERS
The following skills were identified by the Texas Workforce Commission as“ Basic Skills Needed for Entry Level Workers.” These skills were validated by the Thought Leaders and Reviewers.
Basic Entry Level Skill
Response Rate
Response Count N = 9
Oral Communication 100 % 9
Basic Entry Level Skill
Response Rate
Response Count N = 9
Professionalism 67 % 6
Written Communication 100 % 9
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
56 % 5
Teamwork / Collaboration 100 % 9
Work Ethic 100 % 9
Decision-making 56 % 5
Technology and Tool Usage 56 % 5
Problem-solving 89 % 8 Dedication 44 % 4
Time Management 89 % 8
Integrity 89 % 8
Information Gathering 44 % 4
Conflict Management 44 % 4
Customer Service 78 % 7 Stress Management 44 % 4
Initiative 78 % 7 Appreciation of Diversity 33 % 3
Attention to Detail 78 % 7 Conflict Management 33 % 3
Willingness to continue learning
78 % 7 Organization 33 % 3
Adaptability 56 % 5 Resource Allocation 22 % 2
Creativity 67 % 6 Leadership 11 % 1
Perseverance 67 % 6
Pride in Work 67 % 6
Following Directions 67 % 6
Intellectual Risk-taking 11 % 1
Thoughtful Reflection 11 % 1
Multi-tasking 11 % 1
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