Ditch tired terms 'determined' and 'passionate', and opt for something different, like 'curious' or 'collaborative'
As they say, first impressions matter and your CV acts as your first introduction to your potential employer.
Buzzwords like 'determined' and 'passionate' tend to make your CV blend in rather than stand out. So, what other words could you be using instead?
Jasmine MacPhee, CEO and Founder of Find Your Intern has created an Instagram video listing nine words that every creative person should include on their CV.
Think of these c-words as better choices to distinguish yourself: 'curious', 'cultivate' and 'collaborative'.
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