What Do Employers Expect From Employees?
- Who want to do the work
- Who can do the job.
- Who are willing to do the job.
- Whose services they can reasonably afford.
When there are many experienced applicants for a job, employers are more likely to offer the job to the person who has an outstanding attitude. The applicant's attitude isn't measured objectively by the employer. Rather, it is revealed during the job interview, and the employwer weighs it intuitively.
An employee with a positive attitude is expected to:
- Have a pleasant demeanor.
- Be courteous.
- Have good posture and excellent hygiene and know how to dress appropriately.
- Have an optimistic outlook. They see tasks as potential opportunities, rather than insurmountable problems.
- Show enthusiasm for the job. Even without being hired, they are already engaged in problem-solving tasks related to the job. They listen actively and ask insightful, pertinent questions.
- Be willing to work hard.
- Be reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Employers may check references to confirm the impressions they form from the interview.
- Be a team player who enjoys collaborative efforts and gets along with people.
- Fit in with the organization.
During the job interview, employers gauge your enthusiasm for the job by observing your attitude. They look for obvious and subtle signs that you want the job.
What is your body language saying? Do you look as if you are excited to be there? Are you leaning forward at the edge of your seat are you slumped down as if you wish you were somewhere else?
Is the job something that you want to do? Surprisingly, employers find that some job seekers apply for any type of job, even jobs that hold little or no interest to the job seeker. So be prepared to indicate why the job appeals to you and to demonstrate a clear understanding of the job duties and responsibilities.
Employers look for evidence that an employee can do the job. They assess the employer's past experience, knowledge and skills by:
- Reviewing the employee's job application.
- Reading the resume.
- Asking interview questions.
- Calling references
How employers find out if you can do the job:
- They ask questions about your work history.
- They as you to list your skills. For instance, they may as whether you're familiar with certain computer programs or whether you have experience using specific kinds of machinery.
- They expect employees to have either transferable skills or specific skills that match the job description.
- They may give potential employees a written test to see whether they have the skills and knowledge to do the job. For instance, some jobs require a literacy test.
- They may contact the previous employers that you listed on your application and/or resume as references.
Employers sometimes hire employees with entry-level skills, if they have a positive attitude and show enthusiasm for the job.
Employers use the application, resume and interview to gauge how willing you are to do the job. They look for evidence that:
- Your values are aligned with the values of the organization.
- You are committed to the work involved. For instance, a professional carpenter who is committed to the industry's mission of providing homes may do voluntary work and donate his/her time to Habitat for Humanity.
- You have demonstrated a good work ethic by showing up for work each day and giving the employer 100% effort while at work.
When making a hiring decision, what is the one quality in the employee that employers consider to be THE MOST IMPORTANT?
Assuming that job applicants have the basic skills needed to do the job, the one quality that most employers valie is the willingness to work hard and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Nearly 60 percent of employers surveyed said that they expected employees to have a good work ethic. Qualities that employers calue are:
| Qualities | Percentage Rate |
|---|---|
| * Work ethic | 59% |
| * Intelligence | 23% |
| * Enthusiasm | 12% |
| * Education | 4% |
| * Other qualities | 2% |
Employers want to keep labor costs low. On the other hand, salaries have to be high enough to attract enthusiastic and competent workers. Employers usually solve the dilemma by investigating the labor market before they negotiate salaries with potential employees.
Employers expect to pay salaries at competitive market rates. They set limits based on:
- The general demand for your skills. For instance, if there is a shortage of skilled employees, salary offers are likely to be higher.
- How badly the company needs someone like you and how long they've been looking.
- The budget of the department of the company that is hiring you.
- Your productivity. The amount of money you can generate for the company is often used as a yardstick. For instance, a highly productive sales representative who brings above-average revenues into the company is worth more than a sales representative who produces less revenue.
I hope that this article helps you in some way for those seeking employment.
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