What Could You Learn?
Temping has a lot going for it, including competitive hourly rates, work/life balance and exposure to different roles, organisations and industry sectors. But have you thought about the hidden skills you gain from temporary employment adventures? There’s a fair few, and they’re worth highlighting.
Adaptability
When you’re a temp, you have to rapidly pivot to different roles in different working environments. Your responsibilities, and the skill set you use, may change from one job to another. Adaptability is the name of the game, and you’ll become an expert at it.
Communication
As a temp, you develop the ability to ask the right questions at the right time – and listen carefully to the answers, too. You know that communication is crucial for success in every job, whether you’re there for one day or one month.
Teamwork
In a team environment, you’ll learn to identify people’s strengths, their ways of working and where you fit in. You’ll build skills in collaborating with others, making a positive contribution and working towards shared goals.
Relationship building
Temping is a fantastic way to build relationships and expand your professional network. You may have assignments in a variety of roles, organisations, and in diverse industry sectors. Stay in touch with your ex co-workers and line managers. The contact you make today could be the person who refers you for a role in six months’ time.
Technical expertise
As a temp, chances are you’ll have exposure to different systems and tools. It’s a great way to build your technical skills and add to your resume. Plus, your new expertise could open the door to more professional opportunities further down the track.
Problem-solving
Each temping assignment will have its own unique challenges. You’ll be navigating new systems and procedures in an unfamiliar working environment. You’ll need to think on your feet to solve issues yet also know when to reach out for support. Problem-solving becomes second nature to you.
Uncover and develop your hidden skills through temping!
Contact the professional team at Optimal Workforce today to discuss temporary employment opportunities on admin@optimalworkforce.com.au or 02 8077 7030.
