Hiring managers hear and read the same phrases and descriptive terms over and over. Try some new words to spice up your resume and interview conversation.

Communication/People Skills
INSTEAD OF	TRY THIS
I write …	I compose …
I answer …	I address …
I give …	I supply …
I watch …	I observe …
I explain …	I convey …
I plan …	I strategize …
I talk …	I express …

 

Creative Skills
INSTEAD OF	TRY THIS
I create …	I design …
I set up …	I display …
I draw …	I illustrate …
I think up …	I conceptualize …
I change …	I adapt …
I reduce …	I condense …
I copy …	I model ...

 

Data/Financial Skills
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I coordinate …	I manage …
I estimate …	I forecast …
I determine …	I assess …
I evaluate …	I appraise …
I fix …	I correct …
I look over …	I audit …
I save …	I conserve …

 

Helping Skills
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I speak up for …	I advocate …
I encourage …	I coach …
I work with …	I collaborate …
I help …	I support …
I get used to …	I familiarize …
I give …	I provide …
I show …	I demonstrate …

 

Leadership Skills
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I pick …	I appoint …
I improve …	I enhance …
I begin …	I institute …
I make …	I generate …
I study …	I analyze …
I put together …	I merge …
I watch …	I monitor …

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