You may not be the person you think you are.  Look at yourself through someone else’s eyes, do they see the same person you do when you look in the mirror. How many skills and qualities have you got that others should know about?

Imagine you are trying to make a good impression, what are you going to say?

Begin by asking yourself these questions:

Am I?	What do I have to offer?
Patient	Confidence
Understanding	Willingness to learn
Pleasant	Reliability and punctuality
Trustworthy	Initiative
Adaptable	Enthusiasm
Positive	Sense of humour
Loyal	Qualifications
Dependable	Experience
Caring	Sensitivity

 

Do I?	Do I?
Listen	Work well in a team
Motivate	Act on my own initiative
Encourage	Work well on my own
Lead people	Build or design
Organise people and activities	Follow instructions accurately
Manage	Communicate effectively

 

If you don’t know the answers, ask those around you for their opinion, you may be in for a pleasant surprise.

Log onto the careers advice website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk for advice and guidance on identifying your own personal skills, qualities and strengths.