The Personal & Behavioral Traits Employers Value Most

Employers hire for skills, but they keep and promote for character.

Landing your next great role isn’t just about your skills, it’s about who you are and how you show up. Across industries, hiring managers consistently say the most successful candidates demonstrate these core traits:

• Integrity & ethics

• Strong work ethic

• Accountability

• Adaptability & flexibility

• Emotional intelligence (EQ)

• Clear communication

• Collaboration & teamwork

• Problem-solving ability

• Initiative & proactivity

• Resilience & grit

• Continuous learning mindset

• Professionalism

• Positive attitude & energy

• Leadership potential

When you prepare for your next interview or update your LinkedIn profile, don’t just list what you do - show how you embody these qualities in action.

Which of these traits do you think matters most in today’s job market?

Frank Manfre

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