Pick Your Way Through the Advert Jargon

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HAVE you ever been baffled by the words in job ads, job descriptions and person specs? With all the talk of 'stakeholders' and 'proactive self-starters' it can seem like recruiters are talking in a different language. Recruiters use language like this to sell their jobs as dynamic, cutting edge and interesting. They're competing with other employers to make their jobs sound the best, so they get the best applicants. Here we take a look at some of the more common words and phrases in job ads and work out what employers are really asking for: Dynamic They're looking for someone who's confident when taking on new tasks and projects, and can solve problems and find creative solutions to improve things. They want you to be able to launch yourself into new tasks with energy and enthusiasm.

Proven track record Employers want to see evidence of your experience. If you've taken a project from A to B, make sure you have the stats and documents to prove it. If you work in a creative field, you should have examples of your work in a portfolio.

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Pick Your Way Through the Advert Jargon

Self-starter A self-starter can see what needs to be done, and can take action without guidance and orders. The employer may want you to tak...

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