Saturday, June 13, 2020
The Most Overused Resume Words and Phrases of 2012
The Most Overused Resume Words and Phrases of 2012 Letâs lay to rest the worn out, tired resume words and phrases that every job seeker seemed to utilize in 2012. Be sure when youâre getting your resume together for your 2013 job search that you avoid these generic, vague terms that make you sound just like everyone else versus someone who stands out from the crowd. Accomplished â" Rather than saying youâre accomplished, use quantifiable examples throughout the resume to show that youâre accomplished. Excellent written and verbal skills or excellent communication skills â" The written skills will be apparent in your resume and cover letter. The hiring manager will get a feel for your verbal skills when he or she calls you on the phone. That really isnât something to brag about that will set you apart from the crowd anyway. Detail-oriented â" Show your detail-oriented nature by having in your possession a completely flawless application package and job search materials. There are far better keywords you could use that relate to the position youâre trying to obtain. Proven experience or skilled in ⦠â" It is far more effective to state exactly what it is you did rather than to simply write that you have proven experience. For example, instead of writing: proven experience in developing and implementing XYZ, just say that you: developed and implemented XYZ. It is much more action-oriented and powerful. Familiar with or knowledgeable in ⦠â" Terms like these make it sound like you barely know what youâre talking about. Either you know something or you donât. Just tell them what you knowâ"not that youâre familiar with it. Successfully demonstrates â" Again, with this phrase youâre just telling them about what you know or do instead of using action-oriented keywords and phrases to show how youâve done XYZ successfully. Instead of beating around the bush, get right to the point and use quantifiable results. Results-driven or results-oriented â" Are you really driven by achieving results? Then just tell the employer about the results youâve achieved. If youâre really that results-oriented, then youâll have some numbers to back it up. Rather than vague, blanket statements, give the employer something specific and quantifiable that will knock his or her socks off. Your resumeâs job is to get the hiring managerâs attention and secure the interview. If your resume sounds exactly like the 100 other people that applied, you wonât stand outâ"and you wonât get a call-back. Instead, be specific; use quantifiable achievements throughout your resume, and utilize keywords and industry-related terms that apply specifically to the position you are trying to obtain.
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