Common English Mistakes in Linkedin Profiles by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Mexico when writing a LinkedIn Profile in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of prepositions ('Married with' instead of 'Married to')

As a dedicated marketing professional with over five years of experience, I am passionate about creating innovative strategies that drive brand growth. I am currently working as a Mmarketing Ccoordinator inat a leading firm in Mexico City, where I am responsible for coordinating campaigns and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I am married witho a wonderful partner and enjoy exploring new cultures and cuisines in my free time.

Text corrected by:
Vince, United States

"This was already very well-written – I just made a few minor changes to polish the sentences :)"

As a dedicated marketing professional with over five years of experience, I am passionate about creating innovative strategies that drive brand growth. I am currently working as a marketing coordinator at a leading firm in Mexico City, where I am responsible for coordinating campaigns and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I am married to a wonderful partner and enjoy exploring new cultures and cuisines in my free time.

As a dedicated marketing professional with over five years of experience, I am passionate about creating innovative strategies that drive brand growth. I am currently working as a Marketing Coordinator in a leading firm in Mexico City, where I am responsible for coordinating campaigns and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I am married with a wonderful partner and enjoy exploring new cultures and cuisines in my free time.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of present continuous ('I am going to the school every day' instead of 'I go to school every day')

Iam working as a marketing specialist at a leading company in Mexico City, and I ammanaginge several projects that are helping to increase brand awareness. I amcollaboratinge with different teams and I amattending industry events regularly to stay updated with the latest trends. My goal is to continue developing my skills and I am looking for opportunities to grow in my career.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some corrections for verb tense issues."

I work as a marketing specialist at a leading company in Mexico City, and I manage several projects that are helping to increase brand awareness. I collaborate with different teams and attend industry events regularly to stay updated with the latest trends. My goal is to continue developing my skills and I am looking for opportunities to grow in my career.

I am working as a marketing specialist at a leading company in Mexico City, and I am managing several projects that are helping to increase brand awareness. I am collaborating with different teams and I am attending industry events regularly to stay updated with the latest trends. My goal is to continue developing my skills and I am looking for opportunities to grow in my career.

Mistake Example #3

Direct translation of Spanish expressions ('I have 25 years' instead of 'I am 25 years old')

As a professional with more than 10 years' experience, I have a strong passion for marketing and communication. I amgraduatedwith a degree in Business Administration from the University of Mexico, and Ihave worked ion various projects thathave allowed me to develop my skills. I am very interested in opportunities where I can contribute withmy expertiencse and continue growing in my career.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking to sound more native and natural."

As a professional with more than 10 years' experience, I have a strong passion for marketing and communication. I graduated with a degree in Business Administration from the University of Mexico, and have worked on various projects that allowed me to develop my skills. I am very interested in opportunities where I can contribute my expertise and continue growing in my career.

As a professional with more than 10 years, I have a strong passion for marketing and communication. I am graduated in Business Administration from the University of Mexico, and I have worked in various projects that have allowed me to develop my skills. I am very interested in opportunities where I can contribute with my experience and continue growing in my career.