Don’t alienate prospects with this word

If you want to sound confident and knowledgeable in an interview or client meeting, don’t say the word “basically,” says Workopolis.com.

Saying “basically” conveys exaggeration and can seem like a nervous tic, says the job search giant.

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For example, don’t say “the fees are basically zero,” to a client; this will be seen as a part-truth when the client discovers the fees are anything other than zero.

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