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.

But in the end, she still managed to get out of the situation and even secured the position.

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Scroll down to find the full story and conversation withJoni Holderman, founder and chief resume strategist ofThrive!

According to StandOutCVsresearch, 64.2% of people have lied on their resume at least once.

Those who did indicated wanting to improve their chances of getting hired as their number onereasonfor doing it.

A surprised woman in front of a computer, reacting to a background check revelation.

Bored Pandareached out toJoni Holderman, founder and chief resume strategist ofThrive!

Lying on aresumeis grossly overstating your job responsibilities and skill set, says Trager.

Both experts agree that its never acceptable to be dishonest with recruiters.

Background check text discussing resume lies and company’s reaction.

You are very likely to be caught, adds Holderman.

People lie on resumes when they feel insecure, says Holderman.

The worst lie that a person can put on theirresumeis claiming to have a degree when they dont.

Text discussing fake company names “ABC Fargo” and “XYZ Bank America” reveals applicant lies in a background check.

Others are job title, dates of employment, and name of employer.

These will be checked by every company, says Holderman.

For example, I always tell my clients to quantify on the resume when possible.

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It is okay to take credit for team accomplishments on the resume, adds Holderman.

And to make those accomplishments shine as brightly as possible.

Its also okay if you are unemployed to frame that as being a consultant open to contracts.

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Both computerized resume systems and LinkedIn penalize candidates when the resume shows they are not currently employed.

So thats just self-defense, she explains.

Employers dont hire unqualified people solely because they have interesting hobbies.

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Rather than lying, job hunters can employ other ways to creatively construct their CVs.

Holderman suggests highlighting your strengths rather than lying about your weaknesses.

Extol accomplishments where you created value for the company.

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Thats what every employer wants.

Check out the results:

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Text reads: “Update: People are DM’ing me asking about my career path and how I chose it.

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Applicant admits to lying on resume for career advancement in network engineering without a degree.

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