Analyzing job posting data can provide great insights into what employers are looking for. The common thread of what technical skills, experience, and credentials for certain roles reveal what it takes to compete for those jobs. Paying attention to these analyses is key to helping you identify your personal and professional skills that are most sought after by employers.
So, do you want to know which technical skills are in-demand for the highest paying jobs? To answer this question, the team over at Business Insider decided to look at the software programs mentioned in multiple job ads for the positions with the highest salaries right now.
If you are looking to crack that six-figure salary range, here are some technical skills you should consider adding to your resume.
1. Microsoft SharePoint
SharePoint is a project management software – and project managers are often among the most sought-after professionals by Canadian employers. SharePoint enables the storage, searching, archiving, tracking, management, and reporting of electronic documents and records. It allows large groups to collaborate, contribute, and share work in real-time.
2. Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic as well as tracks Flash, video, and social networking sites and applications to determine audience preferences and behaviour and measure ROI on online activity.
3. Structured Query Language (SQL)
SQL is a database and query software used for managing data held in a relational database management system. It is considered the standard programming language for relational database management systems.
4. SAP (Systems Applications and Products in Data Processing)
SAP is enterprise resource planning software. It is used for managing business operations and customer relations. This software makes it easy to automate reporting, set up life-cycle communications, manage teams, and much more.
5. Microsoft PowerPoint
Bosses, executives, and general corporate types love their presentations and slides. It’s how meetings are run, information is shared, and decisions are made. Do you want to impress your manager and stand out on the job? Hone your PowerPoint skills and create stunning decks.
6. The Microsoft Office Suite
The team over at Business Insider actually broke this down into individual software: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook all as individual skills. However, I think these fit more as a package that describes a certain kind of professional. One who is tech-savvy and knows how to use technology to create, edit, and share documents and spreadsheets, send invitations and emails, update a calendar, schedule appointments and tasks, and all of the other tasks that Microsoft Office facilitates.
Also, while I have no doubt that these turn up as requirements for high-end jobs, they are also essential technical skills to have for most now. Digital literacy is the new literacy. Hone your technical skills.
The complete list of skills to add to your resume for a six-figure salary from Business Insider.
With high-paying jobs comes intense competition. With the above technical skills in mind, it’s also essential to ensure you’re standing out from others competing for the same role. Be sure to highlight what sets you apart and include measurable metrics to show the positive impact you can make on the business.