Activity: Connect what employers require to your skills and experiences (T-Chart)

The chart below shows how your potential employer’s needs can be linked to your skills and experience.

Take a look at the job you are interested in and ask yourself:

  • What are the employer's needs?
  • What skills do you have in relation that match that need?
  • What were the related specific work experiences that can demonstrate this?

 

Download and use this fillable PDF to fill the chart.

2. The T-Chart - Try using this T-chart activity to match your skills to the skills the employer is looking for. A T-chart can be useful for resume and cover letter writing & interview prep.

Here is a sample T-chart.

Two-column table with "experience" and "skills acquired" headers; lists detailed professional experiences and corresponding skills learned, formatted in bulleted text.

3. Map Your Skills- Try using this T-chart activity to match your skills to the skills the employer is looking for. A T-chart can be useful for resume and cover letter writing & interview prep.

Download and use this fillable T-Chart PDF to map your own skills.

A blank table divided into two columns labeled "experience" and "skills acquired.

Other ways to keep exploring:

Want to keep thinking about your path? Attend the Know Your Skills workshop or Finding Meaningful Work to identify themes by reflecting on your strengths, interests and values in your past experiences. Build on this exercise by attending events hosted by CxED