The majority of job seekers twist the truth on their résumés
A 2020 Resume Lab study found that 56% of job seekers twist some details on their résumés. 36% of those surveyed said they lied outright, while others said they stretched the truth.
Hiring managers and job seekers should know what constitutes a lie, why people fudge the truth and the consequences.
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