Creative is the new motivated, says LinkedIn

Professional network LinkedIn has compiled a list of the most overused words and phrases in members’ profiles.

The number one word is creative, knocking motivated from the 2010 top spot.

Professional network LinkedIn has compiled a list of the most overused words and phrases in members’ profiles.

The number one word is creative, knocking motivated from the 2010 top spot.

The top 10 list is:

  1. Creative
  2. Track record
  3. Motivated
  4. Effective
  5. Extensive experience
  6. Wide range
  7. Innovative
  8. Communication skills
  9. Dynamic
  10. Problem solving

Katie Ledger, author of ’And what do you do? 10 steps to creating a Portfolio Career’, says: “As business winds down for Christmas, spare a few minutes to add some sparkle to your LinkedIn Profile to help you stand out from the crowd.”

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