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25 Worst Words for Your Resume

Scott Bennett, author of "The Elements of Resume Style" advises candidates to be very careful about including in their resumes these nice sounding but often empty words:


  • Aggressive
  • Ambitious
  • Competent
  • Creative
  • Detail-oriented
  • Determined
  • Efficient
  • Experienced
  • Flexible
  • Goal-oriented
  • Hard-working
  • Independent
  • Innovative
  • Knowledgeable
  • Logical
  • Motivated
  • Meticulous
  • People person
  • Professional
  • Reliable
  • Resourceful
  • Self-motivated
  • Successful
  • Team player
  • Well-organized

-- Source: CNN.com

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Posted by Steven Rothberg, CollegeRecruiter.com on February 6, 2006 4:30 PM |

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