Per CareerBuilder, It's Time to Ditch 'Go Getter' & More Clichés on Resumes

successIf you’re accustomed to including words like “team player” and “go-getter” on your resume, it’s time to ditch them.

At least CareerBuilder says so. Per a recent survey, 17 percent of hiring managers spend less than 30 seconds reviewing a resume. Considering they spend such a short amount of time on each CV, job seekers should focus on strong action words that are more definitive. Avoid clichés because they don’t really convey anything substantial.

The press release suggests showing how you’re action-oriented and get proven results rather than saying you’re “results-driven.”

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