Drive
e.g. Helped to successfully restore a vintage car over a number of years in my spare time. Required determination to complete the project despite numerous setbacks.
Creative thinking
e.g. Devised marketing campaign to recruit new members for the student society I was treasurer of.
Teamwork
e.g. I was vice captain of my high school football team for 3 years and was also a member of the cricket team. This has allowed me to develop my ability to work as part of a team and to lead a group.
Communication
e.g. Whilst working in the summer for ACME Ltd, I was responsible for putting together a number of tutorials and manuals that were to be used for new members of staff.
Able to apply knowledge
e.g. Whilst on placement at RBOC Bank, I was able to use my subject knowledge to contribute to the development of their existing IT system
Analytical skills
e.g. The research project element of my degree has strengthened my analytical skills and has helped me develop as a logical problem solver.
Business sense
e.g. Have been keen to attend a number of company presentations and workshops whilst at university. Am a student member of the professional body relevant to my degree.
Influence
e.g. Persuaded fellow project group members to adapt my preferred methodological approach. I researched the topic fully before giving a short presentation to the group outlining the benefits of this approach.
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