resume basics

Keep it factual

Although it may sound impressive to describe yourself as a "hands-on proactive team player with business acumen and entrepreneurial flair who strives to exceed" it is, even if true, just so much flannel.

This is an area where you can damage your chances. Too much of this kind of thing and interviewers are going to get suspicious. The question to ask yourself when considering what to write is, "What would the converse say about me?" No one is likely to be looking for a low achiever, or someone who is not a team player, or sets low standards. This is definitely a case of less is more.

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