Attributes that are most sought by Canadian employers

A job application requires two major components, viz., qualifications (education, work experience, etc.) and qualities (Character attributes or behavioral attributes).
These qualities, most-wanted by employers, include:

1. Attitude (your personal values)
   
2. Communication Skills (verbal and written)
   
3. Task-related Skills
   
4. Problem-solving
   
5. Decision-making
   
6. Interpersonal skills or Teamwork skills (the ability to relate with other people)
   
7. Commitment to the Job
   
8. Strong work ethic
   
9. Honesty and integrity
   
10. Motivation and initiative
    
11. Flexibility and adaptability
    
12. Computer skills
    
13. Analytical skills
    
14. Organizational skills
    

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And don’t forget the following basic attributes of all great job candidates.

Communication: Candidates should actively listen, understand, and learn. They should be comfortable working with the text- and graphic-based written materials used in a particular role

Thinking: Great applicants know how to think critically and act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems, and make decisions. They use math skills to understand and solve problems, then make use of the results. They're comfortable with the technology of business, and can choose the right tool for the job

Learning: A commitment to lifelong learning can make a strong impression on a potential employer