I would like to find a new job as a receptionist or customer service representitive.However in the job advertisement they always ask about computer skills .I dont understand what kind of computer skills they are looking for. Thank you
2007-01-15 15:14:22 · 10 answers · asked by leo 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You need to know the basics: Microsoft Word, Outlook and perhaps Excel. If the job is more than just answering phones, you may need to know Microsoft Powerpoint.
You also need to have a practical knowledge of Windows and be able to navigate around the computer. Temp services such as Kelly Services offer training for free but if you google free excel training.. microsoft.com has a bunch of free online classes (small ones so you don't get bored) on all office products.
2007-01-15 15:19:15 · answer #1 · answered by GoddessofCoughSyrup 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello. I'm a receptionist. Basically you should have intermediate skills in the programs Word, Excel and Outlook. You should also have OK typing skills. Good luck :)
2007-01-15 23:46:20 · answer #2 · answered by Lily 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ability to type on a computer using Microsoft Word (good typing speed) familiar with Microsoft programs (WORD to type letters, create envelopes, mail-merge and other tasks), Excel to create spreadsheets and Powerpoint to create presentations and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook to send and receive e-mail.
2007-01-15 23:26:19 · answer #3 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as a receptionist I would think that you will need at least intermediate to advanced word processing skills, possibly spreadsheets and databases. It will also require knowledge of email software.
Of course depending on the company there may be more they may require.
2007-01-15 23:18:13 · answer #4 · answered by malteseken 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should know Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Word. Outlook does the "booking" among other things.
2007-01-15 23:21:13 · answer #5 · answered by joemamabob69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Outlook, PowerPoint, excel, word are what they are referring to. Also any other programs you may have had experience with that can be a transferable skill.
2007-01-15 23:19:33 · answer #6 · answered by Smartygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft Word / Works
Excel / Powerpoint / Access
Internet
Email
things of that nature...
2007-01-15 23:17:58 · answer #7 · answered by boricuba_ma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have any computer knowledge, all you have to put on your resume is "Computer Literate". They will teach you how and what to put into the computer as pertains to their business.
If you don't have basic computer knowledge, the library offers a course for beginners free of charge.
2007-01-15 23:25:33 · answer #8 · answered by madisonian51 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can't get a job as a receptionist , then try Tescos or Asda.
2007-01-15 23:46:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
like use of e-mail, internet, maybe being able to learn new programs to "book" people into things.
2007-01-15 23:17:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋