81 phrases and words to avoid on your resume

Among the best phrases I have read in several CVs: this one stands out

“I am an innovative problem solver with a proven track record of extensive business experience motivated by results-oriented approaches that adds to my dynamic personality and demonstrates my ability to work as a team in a fast-paced work environment. That is why I know I am perfect for your business “.

Did you find something strange?

Well this wouldn’t be the first or the last you would read if you’re in the industry I’m in.

Here are some of the most commonly used phrases on resumes.

The reason to avoid them is because they have lost their freshness due to overuse by too many people, especially those who copy / paste from the internet.

See if you have used any, and if you have, be sure to change them.

1. Ability to handle pressure

2. Able to work in a fast paced environment

3. Exceeded all department productivity goals.

4. Exceptional at multitasking

5. Expert presenter, negotiator and businessman

6. Have superlative adjectives

7. Including but not limited to – makes phrase redundant dummy!

8. Introduced new products.

9. Lead a team

10. Managed multidisciplinary teams

11. My ambition is to climb to the top of the corporate ladder.

12. Partner with others.

13. Possess 15 years of experience in …

14. Possess leadership and communication skills

15. Possess motivational and inspirational skills.

16. Praise to perfection

17. Proven track record of success.

18. Quick learning

19. Resolved customer difficulties quickly and tactfully.

20. Results-oriented person

21. Say resume on your resume

22. I spoke with existing clients on a daily basis.

23. Stating the Obvious – Reference Available Upon Request

24. Indicate what was “responsible”

25. Strong communication

26. Strong organizational and customer service skills.

27. Assume your duties

28. Team player

29. Thrives in XYZ environments

30. Made decisions on behalf of management.

Also avoid these 51 words if possible as they are overused quite often.

1. Ability to (something)

2. Analytical

3. Attention to detail

4. Best in class

5. Coaching

6. Creative

7. Reliable

8. Detail-oriented

9. Drafting

10. Driven

11. Duties

12. Dynamic

13. Cash (something)

14. Energetic

15. Secure the maximum (something)

16. Enthusiast

17. Excellent communicator

18. Expert

19. Flexible

20. Formulation

21. Graduated with the highest honors

22. Handling

23. Worker

24. Highly qualified

25. Innovative

26. Leadership

27. Mentoring

28. Motivated

29. Negotiation

30. Organizational

31. Out of the box

32. Patient

33. People person

34. Preparation

35. Proactive

36. Troubleshooter

37. Processes

38. Checked history

39. Relationship management

40. Reliable

41. Responsibilities

42. Responsible

43. Results-oriented

44. Experienced professional

45. Self-initiator

46. ​​Strategic thinker

47. Strong interpersonal skills

48. Team player

49. Time management

50. Follow-up

51. Added value