I live in an area where unemployment is high and competition for jobs is high as well. I have a lot of experience in HR but it is scattered amongst different companies. It was suggested to me that I not lie about my abilities but to "fudge" one of my employers and job titles to make me more competitive. If I only lie about my current employer and what my title is they cant check on it unless I give them permission and usually it is undertandable if you dont let them contact your current employer. Is this a bad idea? I would never lie about my actual abilities.
132739
gosh again i answer 1 of ur questions:)\n\nthis one will be even shorter as the previous! \nLook at your own heart, do want to lie to get ahead?
518670
I would not have given any answer.  Most all firing is subjective when it comes to performance unless they have the job VERY described.  \n\nLegally, in the US, they can only give the dates of employment and the rate you were making.  Anything beyond that is subjective.  If you can, have a friend call the previous employer and say they are thinking of hiring you.."can you tell me about them?"...and see what they say.  If they say anything! ANYTHING bad or derogatory...call 'em up or write them a letter and tell them you understand this is what they presented to an employer that called for references and tell them...if they do that again, you can and will sue...that might just shut them up...if not, many lawyers would be glad to talk to you!!!  \n\nI would not discuss my termination of any job unless I was in an interview face-to-face.
229015
Put down, YES! If you don't that is an automatic RED FLAG!!\nLabor laws restrict what an employer can day about you. Otherwise they can be sued. Most employers will only give out dates of hire and when you left the company. They can also give out salary info. The one question they can answer that can hurt sometimesis, Would you hire this person back. If they say, No, then they take that as a sign you may have been fired. You can always say that it's your understanding that the company does not rehire ex-employees
271456
Are you an honest person? An honest person doesn't do things like that. If they find out, it could ruin all of your future job prospects. Don't do something dumb.
204260
If you are willing to start at a lower level you may have to "dumb down" your resume, meaning lower your experience and responsibilities. When I switched jobs I had to do that so they would stop telling me I was overqualified for everything.
267375
It depends on whether you used this person as a contact for employment, or listed them as a personal reference.  If your potential employer contacted them to verify employment, then legally they are only allowed to verify position, dates of employment and eligibity for rehire.  They are not allowed to give a negative or positive comment on performance or personality.  If you listed this person as a personal reference, you should have made sure they would say something positive about you first!!
9339
Regardless of whether it's a crime, one should not lie about employment status as it's not what an ethical profession with integrity would do.  One may get into more trouble if found out.  \n\nBeing unemployed is not necessarily something to be ashamed of if at all; things happen and there could be so many extenuating circumstances.  It's much better to give your story a "positive spin" when asked, such as (only if applicable), the amount you travel for the old job prohibited you from looking for a new job, company downsized a significant portion of workforce (aka not as personal), you had some fundamental disagreement with the way business was done/ people were treated at old firm, etc.  But of course these need to be founded explanations and that you need to have a story to back it up.
154887
My experience has been that about half will ask for a copy of your dergree upon signing your contract.\n\nKeep in mind that if you lie about this, it'll always be grounds to fire your ass if they ever find out.
264616
depends on your position. if you're in management it would be your responsibility perhaps to set the record straight. by law you're allowed to see your employment file and i would most definitely look at it to see if there's anything in there. if it was me i would keep quiet and then start looking for another job on the side. if you decide to leave, at your exit interview i would definitely say something. if it's a co-worker that put you in that position i'd be tempted to confront them one on one. if it involved something illegal such as covering up for someone who abused you or someone else there are strict laws for that in the workplace and if you don't say something you'd be as guilty as they are.
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Depends on the job & what you did wrong.  If you did some small time theft & are applying to be a cashier, then they do not have to hire you because of the risk of you stealing again.  Employers cannot tell you thats why they will not hire you, but many will not consider you because of it.  Also, if you lie & don't mention it & then they find out, they can fire you or lying.\n\nGood Luck
279874
You have to tell the truth on an application because if they find out later you lied you can be fired. Obviously they want experienced persons. But you could complete the rest of the application and in that spot put No Experience and make comment as to why you think you qualify.
615705
I wouldn't mention it. I've had similar situations and they were afraid that I would leave them for a CS job. A lot of people in other fields believe mistakenly that there are CS jobs in abundance. They aren't privy to the facts that CS jobs are quite rare. Hence, it will be a liability if you let them find out you have a CS degree.
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If you lie on a job app, the employeer can fire you for that at any time.  also, if they find out you lied they may not fire you but it could cause some hard feelings.  you could just tell them you are currently working toward the completion of your GED instead.  I hope you complete your ged.
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Usually when one is interviewing for a job, and has held a higher position in another field, or has had a faster pace job they will be told this.  It is unfair, because you are trying to get into another field and have to start somewhere.  But as an employer here is what I see\n\nHere is someone who is burnt out with their current job and needs a break, they can't stop working so they'll take a "lesser" job until their batteries recharge, and then they will be gone.  Meanwhile I have spent time and money training the new employee only to lose them.\n\nI will then need to find someone else, train them etc...\n\nIt's the same thing as being told you're 'overqualified'.\n\nIf you are truly sincere about the life change, stress it early in the interview and reinforce it throughout.  \n\ngood luck
211101
I would never hire anyone that I found had lied on their resume, especially in the case of a degree, or prior felonies, or convictions.  So, yes, they should be declined the job opportunity.  Honesty is the best policy.  \n\nIf the individual was well qualified, but say had a felony conviction as a teen, and nothing since, and it has been 10 years, and they disclosed that info, sure - give them the benefit of the doubt.
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I think that would largely depend on WHY you are looking for another job. For instance, you financially not doing well and you need a hihger-paying job, you can go ahead and tell that to your boss (you never know, he/she might give you a raise in response). Or if you're moving and you have to get a job nearer to your new place. However, if you're looking because you think you're current job sucks or you are just plain tired of it, then it is not a good idea to tell your boss before hand.\n\nAnd, yes, it will be a good idea to tell your future boss that you haven't told your current boss yet that you're looking for a new job... but i suggest you do this only if you don't have any choice. you wouldn't want to send the wrong message to your prospect boss: "when i want to leave, i'm going behind your back and try to look for a new job without telling you."
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That isn't fair.  I would write everything down and take the issue to upper management or HR.  No matter what your job title, it is no reason to be treated that way. The quick vengeful solution would be to quit during a very busy time of day, but you have to make sure you will  be able to make do until you find another job.  Doing that won't look good for you when you apply for the next job though.  Just try to be patient for meanwhile.  I actually think this is the easiest time to look for a new job, especially in retail or any place that gets busy during the holidays.  Good Luck!!