When listing a Skills section on Resumes for jobs that list/require a large number of skills, is it more important to list skills worded the exact way the job description lists them, and omit general skills that are recommended as useful for jobseekers in all industries to include?

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1. AnonymousApril 24,2024 at 11:06AM UTC

   Perhaps your achievements can show that you are efficient, etc. I have often heard from hiring managers that they skip over the applicant listing of soft skills, which comes off as bragging unless backed up by evidence - They are looking for demonstration of them.. If you want to include them, you could say "Streamlined....to be more efficient in ....(meeting some need)." Or "As part of our ...team, " (for teamwork). However, it may be better just to list your achievements and let them speak for themselves concerning the obvious soft skills involved. I would also look at the job description and zero in on the skills that are emphasized as the most critical and that contribute in some way to the bottom line. Think - "If I were hiring for this position, what skills would I want the employee to have?" or think about how you could make your manager's life run more smoothly.

2. AnonymousApril 27,2024 at 5:35PM UTC

   Thank you! I appreciate your reply very much!