One vital bit of writing: your résumé

Whether or not you’re a writer, one of the most important things you’ll ever put on paper is your résumé. According to Laura Morsch, the key is to use concrete words and phrases, and not vague, fluffy words.

Often, when job seekers try to sell themselves to potential employers, they load their résumés with vague claims that are transparent to hiring managers, according to Scott Bennett, author of "The Elements of Résumé Style" (AMACOM). By contrast, the most successful job seekers avoid these vague phrases on their résumés in favor of accomplishments.

Instead of making empty claims to demonstrate your work ethic, use brief, specific examples to demonstrate your skills. In other words, show, don’t tell.

From MSN Careers, here’s her article on how to write a résumé that won’t immediately end up in the dustbin: 25 words that can hurt your résumé.