Phrases used in a CV

As a general guiding principle, don't be shy. Be bold and be proud of who you are and what you can do..

Use strong professional-looking phrases in describing your personality, capabilities, experience and achievements. Ask yourself; in which way do I work? What is my way of thinking? What are my aims and goals? What have I already achieved? Where do I want to be?

For each statement that you use, ask yourself the question that the interviewer might ask: "...You're CV says that you are... - Can you give me an example of this in your work experience? Make sure you can think of a really good answer which provides evidence and proof of your description.

Use words like good, extremely, excellent, high, great, solid, energetic, active and tolerant. 

Below you will find a more complete list of power phrases that will help you in creating a positive and immediate effect. However, it is important to include your own examples in order to make these general phrases more effective.

Useful phrases for describing your capabilities

determined and decisive
 
entrepreneurial and pro-active
 
reliable and dependable
 
good strategic appreciation and vision
 
results-driven, logical and methodical
 
self-driven and self-reliant
 
detailed and precise
 
high integrity, diligent and conscientious
 
good interpersonal skills
 
great team-worker
 
seeks and finds solutions to challenges
 
tolerant and understanding
 
sound planning and organizational capabilities
 
sensitive and patient interpersonal and communication skills
 
high integrity and honesty
 
technically competent/qualified (in xx)
 
energetic and positive outlook
 
calm, reliable and dependable in meeting objectives
 
highly articulate, confident and persuasive team-builder
 
dependable and reliable in supporting and enabling team effort
 
enthusiastic and determined to succeed
 
diligent and dependable
 
excellent organisational skills
 
excellent people-skills
 
creative and innovative
 
active and dynamic approach to work
 
facilitative project manage
 
task-oriented
 
excellent interpersonal and communication skills

able to work accurately and efficiently under pressure

Useful phrases to start your sentences with

Motivated and enthusiastic about...
 
Participated in...
 
Assisted in...
 
Worked on...
 
Developed...
 
Organised...
 
Managed / Supervised...
 
Developed expertise in...
 
Extensive practical experience in...
 
XX years of experience in...
 
Served as...
 
Oversaw the production of...
 
Worked as...
 
Worked with...
 
successful in/ at...
 
Succeeded in...
 
In charge of...
 
Established...
 
Initiated...
 
Coached...

Addressed...
 

You can also download this list of phrases in the downloads area.