WORDS NOT ADVISABLE TO USE ON YOUR CV
Added on: 5th Jun 2016
MOTIVATED
It’s similar to “results oriented”. Say something like
“learning new things motivates me”.
SKILFUL
This is something you shouldn’t have to say.
Your resume should speak for itself.
HARD WORKING
Hard working is good, but the phrase is once again overused.
Try to find another phrase that describes how hard working you are.
SCALABLE
What does that even mean? Are you a database?
INNOVATIVE
If you really are innovative then you shouldn’t be using this
word on your CV. Innovate and find another way to impress.
FAMILIAR WITH
This is a red flag. It doesn’t really express confidence in your
ability. If you’re not confident with something, don’t mention it.
RELIABLE
So you show up on time? Do the bare minimum?
Everybody can be reliable, once again, explain how.
TEAM PLAYER
You better be a team player, that goes without saying.
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