Hiring is heating up. Teams are reevaluating their needs. And professionals who show up with strategic, future-focused skillsets are the ones who get hired, promoted, and positioned for growth.

Whether you’re aiming for your next role or investing in long-term career fulfillment, now is the time to assess what skills you’re bringing to the table—and where there’s room to grow.

Here are five high-impact skills to focus on this month.

1. Strategic Communication

No matter your industry, clear and confident communication is essential.

Mastering this skill means:

• Articulating your value in interviews or presentations

• Writing strong emails and messaging

• Leading meetings with clarity

• Giving and receiving feedback effectively

Coach Tip: Record yourself answering “Tell me about yourself” or “What do you do?” Watch it back and note what’s strong—and what needs polish.

2. Adaptability & Change Navigation

From AI disruption to hybrid workplaces, the only constant is change.

Professionals who thrive are those who:

• Stay flexible in evolving environments

• Learn new tools or workflows quickly

• Demonstrate resilience and solution-oriented thinking

Highlighting adaptability on your resume or in interviews can set you apart—especially in leadership roles.

3. Data Literacy (Even for Non-Data Roles)

You don’t have to be a data scientist, but you do need to:

• Understand KPIs or metrics related to your role

• Draw insights from data

• Make informed decisions based on trends

Use September to brush up on tools like Excel, Google Analytics, or dashboard platforms relevant to your field.

4. Executive Presence

Executive presence isn’t about job title—it’s about how you show up.

It includes:

• Confidence under pressure

• Concise, persuasive communication

• Emotional intelligence

• Strong decision-making

Start practicing now: Speak up in meetings. Own your ideas. Share your insights online.

5. Personal Branding

Your brand is what people say about you when you're not in the room.

Build a consistent professional brand by:

• Updating your LinkedIn to reflect your strengths

• Sharing thought leadership posts or insights

• Aligning your resume, social presence, and in-person interactions

When your brand matches your goals, new opportunities find you.

Coach Tamara’s Insight

“Don’t wait to ‘be ready’ to build new skills. Confidence comes after you take action—not before.”

If you work on even one of these areas in September, you’ll create momentum that carries well beyond this season.

Action Step

Choose one skill from the list and commit to practicing it this week.
That could mean:

• Watching a short tutorial

• Practicing your elevator pitch

• Writing a reflective LinkedIn post

• Seeking feedback from a peer

Need help choosing the skill that aligns with your goals?

🗓️Schedule a complimentary Clarity Session