Critical Thinking/Problem Solving is #1 on the list of career-ready Competencies developed by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

In a recent article for The Muse, Regina Borsellino addresses the importance of analytical skills across a wide range of jobs and workplace settings.

She notes that “Every job requires some level of problem solving and/or decision making, even if those problems and decisions seem small” and that “analytical skills are critical for your success.”

To read more about different types of analytical skills and how to showcase yours, see Analytical Skills.