60 EMPLOYABILITY ISSUES PREVALENT IN THE WORKPLACE.
ERC solves these 60 issues prevalent among employees and businesses. Find what holds you back among them, fix it and advance your career.
1. Poor Communication Skills
Struggling to express your ideas clearly through writing or speaking.
2. Weak Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Difficulty analyzing problems and proposing logical solutions.
3. Limited Digital Literacy
Inadequate ability to use computers, software, and digital tools.
4. Low Emotional Intelligence
Poor management of emotions and relationships.
5. Poor Teamwork and Collaboration
Inability to work effectively with others.
6. Weak Adaptability and Flexibility
Resistance to change in work environments.
7. Poor Time Management
Inability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
8. Poor Leadership Skills
Lack of initiative, direction, or ability to influence others positively.
9. Poor Customer Service Orientation
Struggling to understand and meet customer needs.
10. Low Entrepreneurial and Intrapreneurial Mindset
Little interest in taking initiative or being innovative.
11. Poor Networking Skills
Inability to build and maintain productive relationships.
12. Weak Negotiation Skills
Struggle to resolve conflicts or reach fair agreements.
13. Poor Financial Literacy
Minimal understanding of budgeting, money management, or business finance.
14. Weak Project Management Skills
Difficulty planning, organizing, and tracking progress.
15. Poor Workplace Etiquette and Professionalism
Displaying unprofessional behavior or a lack of decorum.
16. Low Confidence
Lack of belief in your abilities and hesitation to make moves.
17. Poor Stress Management
Inability to handle workplace pressure and deadlines.
18. Weak Analytical and Research Skills
Difficulty interpreting data and making evidence-based decisions.
19. Poor Career Readiness Tools
Weak public speaking and interview skills; poor CVs and proposals.
20. Limited Cultural Awareness
Inability to work effectively across diverse cultures or teams.
21. Poor Work Ethic and Commitment
Lateness, absenteeism, and inconsistent performance.
22. Inability to Work Independently
Dependence on supervision for every task.
23. Low Attention to Detail
Frequent errors, missed information, and inconsistent quality.
24. Inadequate Creativity and Innovation
Struggle to generate new ideas or improve systems.
25. Weak Presentation and Public Speaking Skills
Difficulty delivering clear, confident presentations.
26. Poor Conflict Resolution Skills
Escalating disagreements instead of resolving them.
27. Lack of Initiative and Proactiveness
Waiting to be told what to do instead of taking action.
28. Weak Decision-Making Skills
Indecisive or poor judgment in critical situations.
29. Poor Workplace Ethics and Integrity
Dishonesty, shortcuts, and unprofessional behavior.
30. Inability to Handle Feedback
Displaying defensiveness or refusal to apply corrections.
31. Overdependence on Social Media
Reduced productivity due to distractions.
32. Poor Professional Writing Skills
Struggle to write clear emails, memos, and reports.
33. Inability to Prioritize
Feeling overwhelmed by multiple responsibilities.
34. Weak Data Literacy
Inability to interpret or use data for decision-making.
35. Poor Workplace Hygiene and Grooming
Unprofessional appearance or lack of personal care.
36. Low Motivation and Drive
Lack of enthusiasm, ambition, or long-term focus.
37. Inadequate Remote Work Skills
Poor virtual communication and weak task management.
38. Poor Problem Ownership
Blaming others instead of taking responsibility.
39. Inability to Learn Quickly
Slow at learning and adopting new tools.
40. Lack of Business Acumen
Low understanding of how businesses function or deliver value.
41. Poor Online Communication Etiquette
Unprofessional tone in emails and chats.
42. Low Technical Skills
Difficulty using basic tools like Excel, Word, or Teams.
43. Inability to Meet Professional Standards
Consistent delivery of subpar or incomplete work.
44. Fear of Leadership Roles
Avoiding responsibility, delegation, or decision-making.
45. Poor Problem Identification Skills
Failure to detect real issues or root causes.