Basic Skills Change Employers are no longer satisfied with employees who possess reading, writing and arithmetic skills. A willingness to learn quickly and continuously, problem solve effectively, and use their common sense is also desired. New employees must also be hard-working, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple tasks. Expected Successful employers are learning organizations and expect all employees to keep abreast of the newest trends and developments in their career field. Because there has been a decrease in the traditional college age population, the need for more graduates will lead more adults back onto campus and into the classroom.
Many employers offer training at work and provide tuition assistance programs.
New employees in the workforce must be willing to learn new material and develop new skills as technology advances and new challenges emerge.