The 10 phrases you should never put on your CV

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Spelling and grammatical errors are a quick way to have your CV torn up and thrown in the bin.

But now it's been proven employers loath certain phrases like 'team player' and 'enthusiastic'.

A study by New College of the Humanities also found bosses don't like emojis on CVs – which is pretty obviously really, I mean, who does that!?

What NOT to say on your CV

• I'm a hard worker
• I work well under pressure
• I can work independently
• I'm a team player
• I am a problem solver
• Good communicator
• I'm proactive
• I am a good listener
• I'm enthusiastic
• Excellent written communication skills

But if you're thinking about playing it casual – don't. Signing off an email with 'cheers' will enrage more than half of recruiters.

According to expert Jane Heifetz, your CV is all about the 20-30 word introductory summary.

Here's her own example: 'Pharmaceutical marketing executive with 20 years of experience creating commercial infrastructures, growing brands, and optimising product value throughout launch, re-launch, and sunset life cycles across all customer segments—payers, physicians, and patients. Lead global marketing and commercial operations teams with P&Ls up to $2B.'

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The 10 phrases you should never put on your CV.