Adding a little white-lie or an unbelievable whopper to your resume will, always, come back to haunt you. Stretching the truth to add some pizazz will not increase your chances of getting that interview.
Every hiring manager that is worth their salt, will dig into your education and work history to verify their validity. Most employment agencies vet their candidates using online services for extensive background checks, as does HR Associates. Within a few minutes, we can build an accurate employment profile for our clients.
Thinking of adding a few embellishments will increase your chances of landing that perfect job is dishonest and not necessary. A CareerBuilder Study said that nearly 60% of hiring managers can’t find a single candidate who meets the desired prerequisite skill set. HR Associates has submitted many candidates to our clients, who may be lacking certain required skills. Most employers are willing to train new employees to get them up to speed.
Moreover, employers are on the lookout for pseudo-resumes; ones that are filled with ½ truths and flat out lies. According to Standout-CV.com, 1 in 6 (16.9%) applicants have used fake job reference services, costing an average of $145 per reference, involving fake employers and paid actors. Additionally, 2 in 5 (41%) have lied about their college degree on their resume, with 24.5% telling employers they had a degree when they didn’t. Fake degrees and transcripts can be bought online for an average cost of $270.
Though some may be tempted to fib on their resume, it’s simply not worth the risk and definitely not the best way to get the job. Crafting your resume towards your strengths, showing your enthusiasm to learn and ability to thrive in the position is a much better way to get yourself that interview.
