Do dishonest applicants (who lie on their resume) cause honest applicants to suffer?

[Anonymous]

Yes, they cause them to suffer because __________.

No, they don't cause them to suffer because __________.

Other / I want to see results.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

You really think an interviewer can’t tell when someone lied? It’s not hard to figure out if you just ask them questions about their CV.

[Asker]

Have you lied on your resume? I wouldn't be surprised.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

I have not, but anyone who’s been in an actual job interview knows if the skills you’re lying about are essential, they’re gonna find out real fucking quick

[Asker]

I think you are lying.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

And clearly I have no way to prove it so it doesn’t matter if you think I’m lying or not

[Asker]

The fact that you specify lying about essential skills suggests to me that you are ok with lying about other "minor" things on your resume.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

I don’t really care what you think at this point, think whatever you please

[Asker]

I will.

[exitseven]

they do because the majority of HR departments do not do due diligence in verifying what an applicant puts on his/her resume. I was told that I was not allowed to go on the internet and check on people who I was interviewing. I used to do it anyway and found not only outright lies but also some pretty stupid behavior.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[Nikki1989]

When dishonest applicants lie on their resumes, they may appear more qualified than they actually are. This can give them an unfair advantage in the hiring process, potentially preventing qualified and honest applicants from getting the job. Thankfully, most businesses have methods to see through the lies.

[AI Opinion]

Dishonest applicants can indeed affect honest ones. By inflating qualifications, they may initially appear more attractive to employers, potentially overshadowing those with genuine credentials. This can lead to unfair hiring decisions and may set unrealistic expectations. Employers sometimes become more skeptical, increasing scrutiny for all candidates, which can prolong hiring processes. It's important for honest applicants to emphasize their unique strengths and real experiences clearly. In my experience, authenticity and integrity often prevail in the long run, as employers value trustworthy and reliable employees for sustained success.

[Anonymous]

They are the ones who get the job over the skilled applicant who told the truth.

[strateguy632]

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