Lying to some people might seem like a great way to improve their chances of landing a job in a competitive market. Indeed, exaggerated skills, experience, and certifications can make an applicant more appealing to recruiters. However, if the interviewer gets a whiff of dishonesty, it can result in a sabotaged career.
Surprisingly, this woman has been embellishing her résumé for quite a few years and has never been caught—until recently, that is. But in the end, she still managed to get out of the situation and even secured the position.
Scroll down to find the full story and conversation with Joni Holderman, founder and chief resume strategist of Thrive! Resumes, and Melissa Trager, founder and chief resume officer of Resume All Day, who kindly agreed to tell us more about job hunting and lying.
