Write an essay of at least 500 words based on published literature supporting Career and Self-Development as a skill.
To meet the expectation of this assignment you will need two citations within your paper, both from a published scholarly journal. 
Some ideas to focus your research toward:
What do organizations, professionals, and academic institutions say about this skill?
What are the strategies to develop and hone this skill?
What industries especially value this skill?
Why do you want to develop this skill?
The Skill
CRITICAL THINKING
Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.
SAMPLE BEHAVIORS
Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment.
Gather and analyze information from a diverse set of sources and individuals to fully understand a problem.
Proactively anticipate needs and prioritize action steps.
Accurately summarize and interpret data with an awareness of personal biases that may impact outcomes.
Effectively communicate actions and rationale, recognizing the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of stakeholders.
Multi-task well in a fast-paced environment.