In an interview a few months ago, the Human Resources Manager asked me what I had been doing during the time I’ve been out of work to maintain my skills. This is probably a valid question, but I initially found it insulting. Just because I’m not working does not mean I don’t challenge myself and use my skills on a daily basis. Yesterday, I was given a solid answer should that question come up again.
One of the jobs I’ve applied for in the last few days had the following requirement:
Must have working knowledge of blogging software . . .
This is the first time I’ve seen that on a job posting and I was so happy! First to know that I have indeed developed a skill during my time off that I can not only put on my resume, but quite possibly utilize in my next position.
Secondly, writing this blog is such a joy for me and now it’s given me another tool in my career toolbox.
Thirdly, although there are millions of blogs out there, hopefully in my little corner of the world, in my profession, that number is much smaller and having this skill will help to set me apart.
I close with a little blog humor (although you will be the judge of that), a song from my Girl Scout days with a twist:
“Make new skills
But keep the old
One is italic
And the other bold.”
My gift to you. No extra charge.
