Initiative & Problem Solving Skills
Unexpected events and occurrences are prone to happen anywhere, it’s how
we respond to them that counts. Employers want to know that you can ‘roll
with the punches’ and a successful period abroad is full of examples.
Problem solving skills are a key requirement within most positions and
organisations. Being able to adapt and use these skills in a foreign environemnt with stand in you good stead and boost your CV.
Task Think of examples of when
you have successfully done the
following –
• Identified the existence and
cause of a problem
• Brains tormed potential solutions
with a positve outcome
• Evaluated alternative courses of
action and successfullly
• completed them
• Undertook tasks that were
unfamiliar or risky
• Applied information in new or
broader context
• Identified new problems or successfully implemented
solutions to problems
• Modified your way of life to maximize exposure and opportunities
for learning in your local
community