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Teachable Moments: Competitive career skills for new graduates

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For South Carolina Public Radio, I'm Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston. This is Teachable Moments, a minute of education for students and parents.

Graduating college is exciting and daunting. While students look forward to new opportunities after years of hard work, this year’s graduates face a tougher job market.

Many employers report that new graduates lack experience in professional settings and are unfamiliar with basic workplace expectations. To navigate this transition, career experts say students need to demonstrate initiative, a strong work ethic, punctuality and interpersonal skills.

By focusing on these essential skills, graduates can boost their confidence and improve their chances of success in today’s competitive job market.

For the College of Charleston, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris.

Rénard Harris is an Associate Professor of Management in the School of Business at the College of Charleston (2022-present). He teaches courses in Leadership and courses in Managing Diversity. His leadership course focuses on the dynamics of effective leadership, positive influence, and clear vision. His Managing Diversity course focuses on exploring culture, experiences, and identity as asset and resource of those less heard and less seen.