25 words that hurt your resume


I found this important for those who are in search of a job & all freshers. CNN lists 25 words you shouldn't use in your resume.



  1. Aggressive
  2. Ambitious
  3. Competent
  4. Creative
  5. Detail-oriented
  6. Determined
  7. Efficient
  8. Experienced
  9. Flexible
  10. Goal-oriented
  11. Hard-working
  12. Independent
  13. Innovative
  14. Knowledgeable
  15. Logical
  16. Motivated
  17. Meticulous
  18. People person
  19. Professional
  20. Reliable
  21. Resourceful
  22. Self-motivated
  23. Successful
  24. Team player
  25. Well-organized

Instead of saying you are successful, you should try to provide examples. But aggressive? Who would write he's aggressive?

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