What they say:I'm extremely adept at all manner of office organization.
What they mean: I've used Microsoft Office.
What they say: I'm Honest, hard-working, and dependable.
What they mean: I pilfer office supplies.
What they say: My pertinent work experience includes...
What they mean: I hope you don't ask me about all the McJobs I've had.
What they say: I take pride in my work.
What they mean: I blame others for my mistakes.
What they say: I'm personable
What they mean: I give lots of unsolicited personal advice to co-workers.
What they say: I'm extremely professional.
What they mean: I carry a BlackBerry (or PDA)
What they say: I'm adaptable
What they mean: I've changed jobs a lot.
What they say: I'm always on the go.
What they mean: I'm never at my desk.
What they say: I'm highly motivated to succeeed
What they mean: The minute I find a better job, I'm outta here