If you are applying for a job you want your resume to stand out, and step one is to avoid using the buzz words that everybody else is using. They’re boring and writing that you are creative actually shows a lack of creativity. Rather than using meaningless phrases, link your skills to results that show you are competent. These are 25 words that you should not use on your resume.
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Ninja (programming ninja, management ninja, etc)
Source: finance.yahoo.com, Image: pixabay It used to be cute, it’s not anymore.
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Rock Star
Source: resumegenius.com, Image: pixabay See #25.
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Dynamic
Source: businessinsider.com Typically when people use this it doesn’t mean anything. It’s just filler that sounds good.
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Experienced
Source: mashable.com You should let your resume do the talking
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Guru
Source: finance.yahoo.com, Image: wikimedia.org It’s in the same boat as ninja and rock star.
