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"Motivated" most used Irish LinkedIn word

"Creative" biggest buzzword on LinkedIn profiles worldwide
"Creative" biggest buzzword on LinkedIn profiles worldwide

LinkedIn, the online social network for professionals and job seekers, has released a list of what it describes as the most overused words and phrases in its members’ profiles this year.

It says the number one "most overused buzzword" in LinkedIn profiles worldwide was “creative”, while “motivated” topped the list for Ireland.

The top 10 terms overused by professionals in Ireland were:

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