So what can you do? Author Christopher Sandford, a bestselling biographer well-versed in finding ways to describe achievements, has provided a few tips on updating your online profile below (and if nothing else, try to steer clear of jargon like this). Go forth and find new jobs...

Mind your language

Your profile summary is one of the first things people look at, so it’s important to get it right. You want the reader to want to know more about you, so start with something punchy.

Be direct

It’s often tempting to speak in the third person when it comes to our working lives - don’t! It’s impersonal and won’t draw the reader in.

Show, don’t just tell

While language is important, so is showing real examples of your work. Instead of using buzzwords like ‘strategic’, prove it by uploading presentations or projects that bring this to life.

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