On Page 9 of Section 2, Debra Auerbach reported on a CAREER BUILDER survey to learn the most popular soft skills employers are looking for when hiring.  Here’s their top 10 list and the % of each:

1.   Strong work ethic – 73%

2.   Dependable – 72%

3.   Positive attitude – 72%

4.   Self-motivated – 66%

5.   Team-oriented – 60%

6.   Organized and can manage multiple priorities – 57%

7.   Works well under pressure – 57%

8.   Effective communicator – 56%

9.   Flexible – 51%

10. Confident – 46%

Sixteen % say that soft skills are more important than hard skills when evaluating candidates for a job.  Overall, 77% of employers advised job applicants to highlight soft skills in a resume.