Skills for Your Future Career Westport Middle School Advisory
Skills you might need… Communication Teamwork Negotiation Problem-Solving Leadership Organization Perseverance
Communication speaking, listening, and writing in order to converse with others Why is this important?
Teamwork being a team player, being able to take on responsibility, working well with others Why is this important?
Negotiation persuading others to understand your point of view while also understanding the point of view of others Why is this important?
Problem-Solving working with others and being able to resolve issues Why is this important?
Leadership being able to motivate others and leading by example, being a role model for others Why is this important?
Organization being able to manage your time, keep track of important documents and materials Why is this important?
Perseverance taking on challenges with a positive attitude, not giving up easily, keeping calm not becoming too overwhelmed or stressed Why is this important?
Activity Discuss the various skills with a partner. Complete the graphic organizer. Share out.
Reflect… What are some skills you should work on improving for your future career? Answer on a half-sheet of paper.