Showcase your abilities through effective communication. Good communication skills are one of the most important skills an employee can master. On one hand effective communication skills may be taken for granted but on the other hand poor communication skills will stick out like a sore thumb. While the ability to verbally express our ideas and directions will always be important, technology has demanded that we sharpen our written communication skills. Emailing, texting, blogging, web posting and instant-messaging are sometimes the only way to communicate with co-workers and upper management within the corporate environment.

If you are unsure about your ability to communicate effectively purchase books on the subject, take a course online or via your local community college. Challenge yourself to build your writing and presentation skills through exercises and assignments. The more you practice and concentrate on communicating effectively the better you will get. The employee that can send a well crafted email and assist with a critical proposal will be highly valued and sought after.