Using Information - Skill and Ability Video

Information is the lifeblood of the working world. Whether you're a waiter taking an order or a scientist predicting a hurricane, knowing how to acquire and use necessary information is crucial to getting the job done.
Often, information must be gathered from several sources. People in many careers must gather data and evaluate it for accuracy.
The ability to interpret and communicate information is key to many interesting jobs. They might require you to have specialized skills, such as knowledge of another language or a clear and compelling speaking voice.
Managing information used to be done by hand, now we rely on computers. Technology makes it possible for people to access all kinds of complex facts, numbers, and images with a few taps on the keyboard. But to know what to do with all that information requires human understanding.