Where Job Seekers Lie in 2025
44% of job seekers admit to lying during the hiring process
📄 Resume Lies (24%)
Inflating experience
38%
Exaggerating skills
34%
Job tenure
32%
Job titles
26%
🎤 Interview Lies (19%)
Technical capabilities
42%
Leadership experience
38%
Cultural fit
35%
Accomplishments
31%
✉️ Cover Letter Lies (6%)
Company passion
58%
Relevant experience
41%
Availability
23%