Resume Fraud

We’ve discussed assembling a resume a few times in the last couple months. Now it’s time to (metaphorically) put pen to paper and get that thing polished up. 📄 Hmm. How do we describe our skills, titles, experiences & degrees, especially if we see a job we are particularly interested in? Yes – the temptation could be there to fudge or inflate. There’s a pretty harsh term floating around – it’s called Resume Fraud. 🕵🏻‍♀️

According to recent studies highlighted by Business.com and Human Resources Online, the prevalence of resume fraud is alarming. 😱 Shockingly, over half of surveyed applicants admitted to falsifying information to secure employment opportunities in 2024 alone. Additionally, a recent poll taken by ResumeBuilder found that 7 in 10 respondents have lied on their resume before. 🤥

Of those who lied, 44% fudged their academic credentials, 40% years of experience, 37% skills & abilities and 25% previous job responsibilities. When it comes to some of these areas, content could be subject to debate or “artistic license”, but the numbers are eye opening nonetheless.

Added to the mix are online resources like CareerExcuse and Fake Resume which encourage this activity. Usually from the perspective of – employers aren’t always honest on their JDs – you should paint yourself in the best possible light. Fake Resume is relatively self-explanatory. CareerExcuse will function as your own personal job reference service and provide fake company references, employment verification and have fake virtual company websites for you to reference. 🤨

Employers must implement thorough background screening processes and verify candidate credentials diligently to safeguard their organizations against potential risks. Meanwhile, job seekers should prioritize honesty and authenticity in their applications, recognizing that integrity is the cornerstone of sustainable career success. After all, landing that job is just the first step – actually being able to do the job successfully is another thing entirely.💼✅

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