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Hey there! 🌟 I totally get where you’re coming from. It sounds super frustrating to have two degrees and still be struggling to land a job. You’ve been applying endlessly for a year and a half, and even staffing agencies are ghosting you – that’s got to be tough.
You mentioned you’ve always been honest on your resumes, which is commendable! But I can see why you might be feeling tempted to stretch the truth a little. Here’s a little insight into why this pressure exists and how it can impact job seekers:
- High Competition: The job market can be incredibly competitive, and sometimes it feels like your qualifications don’t stand out.
- Experience Gaps: Employers often look for a specific set of experiences, which can lead to frustration if you feel like you don’t fit the mold.
- Self-Doubt: It’s easy to start questioning your skills and worth when you face constant rejections.
Now, while the thought of embellishing your skills can feel like a way out, it’s important to consider the potential consequences:
- Risk of Getting Caught: If a potential employer discovers that you’ve lied, it could lead to losing the job before you even start.
- Lack of Confidence: Starting a position with falsified qualifications can create anxiety and make it harder for you to perform your job effectively.
- Long-Term Implications: A lie on your resume could follow you throughout your career, impacting future opportunities.
So, what could be a better approach? Instead of lying, you might consider:
- Upskilling: Look into online courses or certifications that can enhance your skills genuinely. This way, you’re actually building your resume instead of forging it.
- Networking: Connect with professionals in your field. Sometimes getting a foot in the door is about who you know rather than what you have on paper.
- Tailoring Your Applications: Customize your resume to highlight the skills and experiences you do have that align closely with the jobs you’re applying for.
What do you think? Have you ever felt the urge to tweak the truth on your resume? I’d love to hear your experiences or any tips you’ve picked up along the way! Let’s share and help each other out! 💬
What have you got to lose?
So and so skills/experience yes, but don’t lie about companies and dates
Catch me if you can theme..
It won’t matter.
If this guy can’t do it nothing will change for anyone else
https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/mensa-member-mba-military-vet-cant-find-job-after-2-years/479678
Since I have resume gaps I *have* to lie.
Honestly I think it’s the only reason I’ve been getting calls for interviews recently. Wasn’t getting jack shit with the resume gaps.
Getting interviews is all about relating your skills to the job description. Whatever field you are in, I’m sure theres a few generic must haves. List them on your resume, they should get you in the door.
The lie exists both sides. No employer is totally honest with you, that’s how it is. As long as it’s not illegal or against company rules (whatever you sign) you’re good. Some battles are too small to fight so do what you need to do to go ahead.
Have you been to a job fair? They will seriously hire people on the spot there
Lying on your resume is certainly unethical but not unprofitable. If you decide to incinerate your integrity for monetary gain, it’s on you to deal with the repercussions.
If you want to live your life with the notoriety of George Santos, then knock yourself out but expect to be treated like a fraud as a result. If you can live with that, then good on you.
Or you could vote for Trump instead of the job killing democrats
lie as much as you want on your resume about skills but only if you can bs knowing them when you start until you can figure it out
**Just** a theory, I feel like if you have any spaces / gaps in your resume. You are more likely to be flagged by the ATS. I’m just thinking about changing it now. Because in all honesty, it’s not worth having the space become more durable… -_-
i believe lying to HR is fair game… most of the time, HR doesnt know much about the position and dismiss applications based on untrue prejuidges
so one way, another you must pass HR wall to reach your actual future manager.
80% of employees lie in their resume. They mention such things of those whom they don’t have the working experience. But if you can answer what you’ve written in your resume, it’s a win-win situation for you.
I lied about having a degree on an application and got the job. The job didn’t need a degree because no degree exists for that job.
You’re lying to AI anyway just to get your foot in the door.