Use Positive and Assertive Language

Choose words that reflect confidence and certainty. Avoid tentative phrases like “I think” or “maybe,” and instead say, “I led,” “I developed,” or “I achieved,” which assert your capabilities clearly.

Choose words that reflect confidence and certainty. Avoid tentative phrases like “I think” or “maybe,” and instead say, “I led,” “I developed,” or “I achieved,” which assert your capabilities clearly.

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