Working hard or hardly working | Can employers still demand a strong work ethic in today's market?

Can employers still demand a strong work ethic in today's market?

If you ask any employer what an ideal worker is like to them, most will say they value staff who are constantly looking for new ways to improve themselves and contribute more to the company.

Having good communication skills, an ability to adapt to change, and willingness to take feedback effectively, are also likely to be on the list of desirable attributes in an ideal candidate.

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