10 PHRASES TO BAN FROM YOUR CV
Whether you're out of a job as part of the recession's layoffs, everyone is taking a closer look at their resumes. Does it reflect your accomplishments and show your career progression — or hide the lack thereof? If you've been working with an older resume, take a closer look at your language: How many clichés do you have in there? Here are 10 phrases you should ban from your resume, and new, fresh ways to showcase your skills to put your resume at the top of the applicant pile.
1. "I'm a team player."
This is one of the most over-used clichés, so try to find a way you can show that you are this team player. Did you collaborate with someone or with a department to meet an objective? Put that on your resume instead of a vague, clichéd expression. Be detailed about your achievement.
2. "I have great communication skills."
Communication skills can mean so many things, which is why using this term on your resume only makes you lose your recruiter's interest. Wha... |