Is lying in the resume a common thing? Is it not considered bad?

Question

I was suggested to fake experience in my resume to get selected at least for an interview for jobs. Is it common in North america? I don't think it is morally correct. I am still studying and come from a country where people don't start working until education is complete.What do you guys think and do? Need some suggestions. Thanks in advance.

Thanks guys. I am talking about showing experience using the skills I learnt in college. It is about lab techniques and stuff. I came to know that people won't call you for an interview if minimum experience is not 1-2years. I am really tired of trying for jobs without response. Yes I am talking about faking company that I worked for in exp. Should I or shouldn't I exxagurate/fake it?

Answer 1

fake it. you've done the studying, now get the job.
If the least you manage is to get an interview, then at least you will have had experience of what an interview for that type of job is like and what questions to expect.
Don't listen to all the do-gooders on here, it's your career - either sit back and do a menial job for a few years, or get out there now, embellish a few things and get the job of your dreams. If you get fired, get back up and start applying again.

Answer 2

This is a way bad idea. What will happen in the interview when you are asked quesiotns about experience you don't have? Or when you are hired and then asked to demonstrate that experience?

There is a difference between marketing your positive aspects and lying. For example, nobody puts "I need to take 10 cigarette breaks a day" on their resume, but a lot of employees do just that. Emphasize what's good about yoru experience and background (the REAL stuff.) If you get asked about something you don't know, say, "I don't know but I'd really like to learn."

Your conscience will be clear and your employer will appreciate your honesty. :)

Answer 3

Here in the United States, you should not lie on your resume, nor on an application. Some states (at least) have it where they don't need a reason to fire an employee, however, if you are found out on either your resume, or application, or job interview, (but in writing especially) that you lied to get the job, you can be fired from that job for haivng lied. It is best to list your education, and if you have any job experience, list that. Otherwise, just your education. Some companies like to hire beginners-so they can train them specifically for that particular job. Take care.

Answer 4

Yeah, it is getting pretty common, which is causing a lot of problems for employers. More common that ouright lying is just regular exaggeration of the truth. For example, if the applicant happened to be in charge of a small project for a day at an old job, they might put down, "Frequently organized company events and managed work of several employees for lengthy period of time." It stretches the truth quite a bit. So now employers are really cracking down on making sure resumes are honest by calling references and cross checking everything to find out if everything is true.

I try to avoid overembellishing myself in my resume, because I assume it'll come back and bite me later. Of course, I'll fluff it up and make it look good. Like, at an old job as a park ranger, part of my duties were to pick up litter and mow the grass. So I put down, "Maintained park facilities and premisis using a variety of techniques in order to ensure a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for park visitors." It's not a lie, but is sounds fancier than just saying, "Everyday, I picked up a myriad of cigarrette butts on the beach."

Answer 5

If you lie on your resume you will get hairy palms, or your hair will fall out. Just kidding. Most people will s t r e t c h the truth on their resume because they don't have the desired experience. Some people will outright lie. Most of the time this is not necessary, as they have internship programs to get experience. Most company's have a clause that says "if you have lied or misrepresented yourself, that is grounds for dismissal". If you lie, and you end up getting the job of your dreams, it really sucks when the boss gets mad at you and checks out your references etc. Nowadays, people are starting to check references more and more just because of what you have stated in your question. ITs Not Worth It!

Answer 6

will if you are not sure don't. what it sounds like your asking is how do you get some job skills, before you finish school. get a part time job, ask for a lot of experience, go volunteer for an organization and ask for a lot of varied experinece. Then put those type of activities into your resume. They may not be on target for everything someone may be looking for, but it will show you have taken time to better yourself, and that you have had some experience doing something besides school.

Answer 7

Some people do that here in the US even though nobody likes to admit it. But what you can do is SLIGHTLY exaggerate your qualities or experience, but don't out right lie about something like where you went to college or make up a fake company that you never worked for.

Answer 8

Would you want to hire people who lied on their resume?

Are you the kind that believes in the golden rule or do you think that morals are all just a human concept and it's every person for them self?

Answer 9

HAHAHAH! I have lied on every resume that I have ever made. I think all people lie or embellish their experience. I dont have to do that anymore because what I do is like second nature to me now.

Answer 10

It is, unfortunately, common.

But - if they catch you you either will not be hired or dismissed instantly.


If you can work with your college - you can find some one who will hire you without lying.