Example Bus X 410 Career Planning Assignment 2 Identifying your top ten functional skills 1 Strong Organization Skills and Detail Mastery I am recognized among my peers and coworkers as a highly organized man In my position with the USDA s Farm Service Agency I kept extensive customer records through a filing system and database software I pride myself on the fact that I can organize tasks determine priorities and carry out those tasks efficiently and in an organized manner 2 Great Listening Skills Past supervisors friends and coworkers consider me an exceptional listener someone who carefully considers what is being asked of them and takes great pride in fulfilling their wishes I am practiced in active listening techniques always rephrasing what I believe the other is saying and actively taking notes to aid in my own understanding and ensure there is no miscommunication 3 Successful Problem Solver I am seen as an employee who solves problems quickly and efficiently no matter what I am skilled at decoding problems voiced by others and getting to the root of all issues As evidenced by my extensive restructuring of processes at worksites I have no problem peeling away all layers of a problem and reworking a procedure from the ground up I am not interested in temporary fixes that make me look superior to others 4 Excellent Administration Skills As a government employee in charge of various agricultural assistance programs in a 4county region I became skilled with administration duties Keeping detailed payment records and processing a high amount of government forms through the chain of command has given me a high level of comfort with all administration tasks 5 Superior Management Skills As a part time manager in the Food Services department at Bloomington Hospital a project leader on dozens of college projects and a manager of assistance programs for the Farm Service Agency I ve become skilled at using people according to their strengths and weaknesses I m very proficient at cultivating productivity in employees 6 Strong Customer Service Skills Every job I ve had since the age of 15 has required extensive use of customer service skills I am able to address customers needs in a caring friendly and efficient manner I work hard to please customers and ensure that they think of the company in high regard when they leave 7 Excellent Computer Skills As a computer fanatic from a very young age I have a large repertoire of computer skills and relish the opportunity to learn new software packages I am always excited to find new updated ways to complete projects through the use of more efficient programs and Example hardware When given free rein to implement subsidy programs to area farmers I used database and spreadsheet software in creative ways to decrease errors and increase efficiency 8 Great Communication Skills As someone with a deep appreciation for the written and spoken word I understand the value of a well written letter or email in business practices as well as the effectiveness of a comfortable productive meeting I have the ability to write and convey messages in a friendly and professional manner that evokes good response 9 Self starter Behavior I am known by my leaders as someone who takes initiative and does things that aren t asked of me I value and strive for perfection and will take on added responsibility for the good of the company and to fulfill the expectations I have for myself 10 Strong Interpersonal Skills I am known for my friendly demeanor and ability to put people at ease quickly I understand the importance of facilitating connections between myself and between others I am always conscious of the comfort level in a room and strive to build a rapport and confidence between people to maximize satisfaction with one another