Critical thinking skills:
Be able to think critically. You should be able to draw logical conclusions when given a set of facts and be able to distinguish fact from opinion. According to Richard Arum, author of "Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses," many students have recently graduated without the ability to sift fact from opinion, make a clear written argument, or objectively review conflicting reports of a situation or event. For example, these students were unable to distinguish facts from emotional testimony and political spin when discussing the increase in neighborhood crime.
Problem-solving skills:
Be resourceful. Instead of making excuses for not being able to perform a particular task, use your problem-solving skills to get the job done. Businesses need employees who can face challenges and overcome them.
Good writing skills:
Improve your writing skills. Communication skills are a crucial part of any business operation, and companies need people who can write intelligently. Any correspondence sent to anyone from a company is a reflection of the company, not just the person who wrote it. A good writer must be able to write in complete, coherent, and grammatically correct sentences.