Notes: COMMON WORDS PHRASES

Job Advertisements Key Words

Communication

Strong Communication Skills
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
Ability to clearly articulate ideas
Presentation Skills

Teamwork & Collaboration

Team Player
Collaborative
Cross-functional team experience
Interpersonal skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills
Critical Thinking
Solution-oriented
Trouble-shooting

Leadership

Leadership qualities
Management experience
Mentoring
Strategic thinking

Technical Skills

Proficient in [Specific software/tool, e.g., Python, SQL, Excel]
Data Analysis
Cloud computing (AWS/Azure)
Web development (HTML, CSS, JS)

Adaptability & Flexibility

Adaptable to change
Thrive in a fast-paced environment
Flexible working style
Resilience

Time Management & Organization

Highly organized
Detail-oriented
Project Management
Ability to meet deadlines

Customer Focus

Customer Service Excellence
Client-facing experience
Stakeholder management
Relationship building

Industry Knowledge

Deep understanding of [Industry, e.g., FinTech, Healthcare]
Market trends
Regulatory compliance
Business acumen

Initiative & Proactivity

Self-starter
Takes initiative
Drives results
Entrepreneurial mindset

Soft Skills (General)

Professional
Enthusiastic
Highly motivated
Energetic

Experience & Qualifications

Proven track record
X years of experience
Relevant degree/certification
Portfolio available

Resume/CV Key Words (to use in response)

Action Verbs (Examples)

Achieved
Implemented
Managed
Led
Developed
Created
Spearheaded
Streamlined
Analyzed
Generated
Mentored
Resolved
Collaborated
Designed
Trained
Executed
Improved
Reduced
Increased

Metrics & Quantification (Show Impact)

Increased sales by 15% in Q2.
Managed a team of 5 junior analysts.
Reduced operational costs by $50,000.
Trained 20+ new hires on compliance procedures.
Developed a new workflow, improving efficiency by 25%.
Handled a portfolio of 30 key clients.
Processed over 100 transactions daily.

Cover Letter & Interview Prep

1. Research:

Company Mission/Values/Culture
Recent Projects/News
Hiring Manager (if known)

2. The STAR Method (for behavioral Qs)

Situation: Describe the context.
Task: Explain your goal.
Action: Detail what you did.
Result: State the outcome (quantify!).

3. Tailoring:

Mirror the language/keywords from the job advert.
Show, don't just tell, with specific examples.

Common Interview Questions

Tell me about yourself. (Elevator Pitch)
Why are you interested in this role/company?
What are your greatest strengths? (Max 3)
What are your greatest weaknesses? (Show self-awareness + improvement)
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Why are you leaving your current job? (Positive spin!)
Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a co-worker. (STAR)
Do you have any questions for me? (ALWAYS say yes!)

Good Questions to Ask (at the end)

Can you describe the day-to-day responsibilities of this role?
What are the team's biggest priorities in the next 6-12 months?
How is performance measured in this position?
What opportunities are there for professional development/training?
What is the biggest challenge facing the team right now?
What is the next step in the interview process?

The Follow-Up (Email)

Send within 24 hours of the interview.
Thank the interviewer for their time.
Reiterate your enthusiasm for the role/company.
Mention a specific point from the discussion to show active listening.
Briefly re-state your strongest skill/qualification for the role.
Keep it concise and professional.
Proofread!

Negotiation & Final Steps

Salary: Have a target range based on research (Glassdoor, Payscale, etc.).
Never give a number first unless pushed; if you must, give a range.
Focus on the total compensation package (benefits, PTO, bonus, etc.).
Get the offer in writing before resigning from your current job.
Be polite, professional, and confident during negotiation.

(COMPANY) PRODUCT-RELATED WORDS-PHRASES

Premium quality
Product-range

ADVERTISEMENT-RELATED words/phrases (1)

Salary will not be a constraint for the right candidate
Excellent compensation-package.
An attractive compensation package
Remuneration will not be a limiting factor and will be the best in the industry.
Wishes to recruit.
Opportunity to work in an international environment
Specifying outstanding achievements
To further accelerate and manage our growth, we require the following:
Due consideration
He should have thorough knowledge of
He should have full familiarity with
Company provides a challenging corporate environment for professionals with drive and high technological skills
Do you fit the bill?
Preference will be given to those with post-graduate qualifications

ADVT. RELATED WORDS-PHRASES (2)

Please courier / speed post your resume with details of Salary drawn and expected to:
We are a large multinational organisation manufacturing a wide spectrum of advanced products and systems in [space]
We have a well-established marketing network all over India
An ambience to bring out the best in people.
Pride of working with the leader
Selected candidates shall be placed at the appropriate grade, commensurate with experience and capability
2/4 years of experience in the respective field
Incumbents having their own accomodation in Mumbai will be preferred
Candidates are requested to mail their applications with the relevant code superscribed on the envelope, within 10 days to:
Interested candidates may apply within 10 days superscribing the post applied for, to - - -

ADVERTISEMENT-RELATED WORDS (3)

Salary and perquisites are the best in the industry
Perquisites like accommodation, conveyance expenses etc. are admissible
As part of our continuing pursuit of excellence, we are on the look out for the best engineering and managerial talent in the industry, to join our team of professionals.
This is a senior position demanding great deal of initiative, decision-making, planning, interpersonal and managerial skills.
Higher positions can be considered for candidates having relevant longer experience.
Please apply a fax within 7 days, with your detailed bio-data, specifying the post applied for on the envelope to:
The remuneration package will be commensurate with merit and experience and will not be a limiting factor for the right candidate
Please apply within 10 days, with complete biodata, superscribing the envelope [space] to:

COMPANY (Advertiser) RELATED WORDS

We are in the process of enhancing our Information Systems capabilities to meet the challenges of increased competition and changes in the market place
We are the largest manufacturer in the country with Aggressive Plans for growth in the [space] segments.
The company's [space] plant is expanding from an Assembly facility to a full-fledged manufacturing complex.
The [space] department is responsible for the planning and implementation of the various expansion programmes of the unit. Separate teams are engaged in process & investment planning, Capital budgeting, project evaluation, machine and equipment planning as well as the procurement, installation, commissioning and proving of machines at sites.
[space] a plant which is seeking to achieve international standards of manufacturing excellence, quality and productivity.
[space], the flagship company of [space] is a leader in Indian [space] industry with an annual turnover of Rs. [space] cr. In order to meet its growing demands, it wishes to recruit,

COMPANY (Advertiser) RELATED WORDS

We are a member of the premier worldwide group
To-day, we are a multi-divisional company with varied activities ranging from [space] to [space], with total commitment to environment protection.
We are presently the fastest growing [space] company in India and the first [space] Company in the country to be accredited with ISO 9002 certification
[space] Limited is a subsidiary of [space]. A multifaceted company, [space] has through decades, built successful businesses essential to India.
The division of [space] is hallmarked with distinctive products with international linkages.
The business requires [space] at various locations to cater to its ambitious growth plans.

CANDIDATE-RELATED WORDS

He should have thorough knowledge of
Selected candidates will identify market potential and promote sales of these products
an aptitude for selling
At least [space] years of sales/marketing/maintenance experience in industrial organisation
you will be provided comprehensive product and sales training, a high degree of autonomy, attractive incentives/prizes and can look forward to leading a sales team within a few years
Knowledge of [space] is desirable.
It will be necessary to communicate effectively and deal with people of different nationalities.

ADVERTISEMENT-RELATED

Opportunities exist in various industrial towns
You are the persons we are looking for if you are - - -
Other benefits include medical assistance, gratuity and provident fund.
If you meet our criteria, please send in your application within 10 days, stating age, details of qualifications, experience, salary drawn and expected, quoting Ref. No. [space] to:
Interested Candidates should apply with a detailed resume, superscribing the envelope with the position applied for, within 10 days to.
Salary and perquisites will be comparable to the best in the industry.
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC Candidates will be as per Government directives.
Candidates employed in Government/Public Sector Undertakings should apply through proper channel.
If you feel you are the one we are looking for, rush your resume along with a passport size photograph within 10 days to.

ADVERTISEMENT RELATED WORDS-PHRASES

Candidates with greater experience and potential will be fitted at appropriate levels.
Please apply within 10 days giving full particulars of age, experience, qualifications, present / expected emoluments and superscribing the name of the post on the application and the envelope, to:
Candidates with lesser experience may also apply as they can be considered for the level below.
All the above positions are in the Management category of the Company.
The Selected Candidates can look forward to a congenial and professional work environment and the emoluments offered will be attractive and commensurate with the qualification and experience.
Desirous Candidates may apply within 10 days, giving Contact phone number to - - -
To meet the demands of rapid industrial growth and our commitment to customer service, we require - - -

INDUSTRIES

Electrical and electronics engineering industry
Siemens
Power
Medical engineering
Telecommunication
Process Control.
Power transmission & Distribution Systems
Process Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Agrochemicals

PRODUCTS / SERVICES

Sub-stations (upto 220 KV)
HV/LV Switchboards (upto 33 KV)
Transformers.
Switching telecom products
Transmission (Radio and copper)
Satcom
Fibre Optics
Datacom
Voice Mail.
Fax
PABX
KTS
COPS
Radio products
Telecom
Commercial vehicle
Automobile
Boilers
Compressors.
IC Engines
Lubricants
Additives.

DESIGNATIONS

Project Engineer
Sales Engineer
Marketing Engineer
Service Engineer
Business Analyst (IT)
Project Planning Professionals.
Manager Taxation
Commercial Manager
Assistant Manager - Projects.
Instrumentation Engineer
Product Engineer
Sales Manager.

Edu. Qualifications

Full-time Degree in Electronics or Telecommunication Engineering
Full-time Diploma in [same]
MBA
MCA
Computer Science or Engineering graduate
From a reputed institute
First-class graduates in engineering.
Chartered Accountant
Post-graduate in Commerce with a Management Degree / ICWA
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Proficiency Engineers Certificate (Boiler?)
Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering
Degree in Instrumentation Engineering

MANUFACTURING - RELATED WORDS

Machined parts
Pressed parts
Fabrication
Painting
Assembly
CAD-CAM packages
CNC machines.
Process Instrumentation
Safety instrumentation
Synthesis
Formulation
Quality Control laboratories
Effluent treatment plant
Fire protection systems
Warehouse
Plant availability
Reliability
Upgradation
Replacement

L&T is India's leading multi-dimensional engineering company. A major thrust area is telecommunications. We require the following personnel for our Telecommunications Division to market a wide range of state-of-the-art telecom equipment.

Project Engineer

MADRAS

Qualifications: Full-time Degree in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering, with a good academic record.

Experience: 2-5 years in handling telecom projects involving switching, transmission (radio and copper), satcom, fibre optics, datacom and Voice Mail.

Candidate should be conversant with pre-tendering, tender preparation, negotiation and order execution. Familiarity with a wide range of radio and switching tele-com products is essential. Candidate should possess good communication skills and the ability to make presentations at a corporate level.

Ref. No. TCOM/27

Sales Engineers

MUMBAI $\bullet$ BHOPAL

AHMEDABAD $\bullet$ BARODA

Qualifications: Full-time Degree in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering, with a good academic record.

Experience: 2-5 years in marketing and selling in the following areas:

Institutional selling of medium and high range PABX, Voice Mail System, COPS and accessories.
Handling distributor sales of Canon FAX, Small PABX, KTS and allied products.

Ref. No. TCOM/29

Marketing Engineers

DELHI $\bullet$ MADRAS $\bullet$ BANGALORE

Qualifications: Full-time Degree in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering with a good academic record.

Experience: 2-5 years in:

Developing distributor network
Promoting business for Canon FAX, Small PABX, KTS and allied products.

Ref. No. TCOM/28

Service Engineers

MUMBAI $\bullet$ MADRAS

Qualifications: Full-time Diploma in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering, with a good academic record.

Experience: 2-3 years in servicing, installation and commissioning of PABX, FAX, radio products and allied telecom products.

Ref. No. TCOM/30

FOR ALL POSTS

Age: below 30 years.

Emoluments: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The vacancies are in the Company's Executive/Supervisory Cadre. Benefits include provident fund, bonus, gratuity, medical and leave travel assistance.

Apply within 10 days, stating age, details of qualifications, experience, salary drawn and expected, quoting Ref. No. indicated against each position ON APPLICATION AND ENVELOPE TO Dy. General Manager - Personnel, Group III : [Handwritten note: TST 3/12/96]

LARSEN & TOUBRO LIMITED

Powai Works, Post Box 8901, Mumbai 400 072 [Handwritten note: Enggn]

PROJECT-ENGINEER