When selecting people to fill a position within a company,
the employer looks for many characteristics in an individual.
Some of those characteristics have nothing to do with job skills.
Employers are looking for people that can function well in their
offices and that will relate well to the other employees.  They
want an employee that is reliable, dependable, and honest.  These
characteristics must be foremost in considering a new employee.
The person to be hired must show a degree of maturity and
enthusiasm for the job.
	Employers are looking for good job skills in an individual;
however, they consider the ability to communicate just as
important as preparation in the vocational field.  Most employers
feel that they can train the employee after he is hired to
perform specific job assignments, but he must have basic skills
in oral and written communications to begin his career.
	The ability to get along with others is a trait for which
employers are looking.  This can be even more beneficial to the
employer than being the best in your field.  Many individuals who
are considered to be the best in their field have caused their
employers problems because they could not relate well with those
around them.  The employer knows this to be true and will do
everything possible to hire people who can both do the job and
make a pleasant work environment for others.
	Employers are also looking for future employees who will
display patience.  Most jobs will have stressful periods, and the
ability to deal with stress can be a very important factor in
getting a job.