Employers use a job interview as a way to work out how suitable you are for a role and an interview is an ideal opportunity for you to discuss your skills and expertise. But what kind of questions are recruiters and hirers allowed to ask?

The purpose of a job interview is to determine whether you are the most appropriate person for a particular role. “The questions you are asked should relate to your ability to perform the inherent requirements of the role,” says Trent Hancock, the Principal Lawyer at employment law firm McDonald Murholme. 

Choosing the right tone in your resume can be a challenge. But by carefully selecting the right words, you can connect with employers and make them feel confident you understand their business and are the ideal person for the job.

​​​​​​Words to avoid using in your resume
Simon Bennett, a career coach and recruitment consultant from Glide Outplacement and Career Coachingrecommends job seekers avoid popular buzzwords such as ‘loyal’, ‘energetic’, ‘punctual’, ‘motivated’, ‘enthusiastic’, ‘team player’, ‘client-focussed’ or ‘a people person’.