Hiring managers and recruiters prefer action words that define specific experiences, skills and accomplishments rather than cliched phrases, buzzwords or over-aggressive tones.
A few examples of negative words or phrases:
- - Best of Breed - Avoid cliches that does not bring value - leave the dog at home
- - Synergy - Avoid phony business jargon. Use more concrete language to convey your point more effectively.
- - Results driven - Avoid vague self-appointed adjectives. Instead, show you’re results driven (or otherwise) with actual impressive results you achieved.
- - Aggressive close of deals - Avoid phrases that are overly negative in tone