There is a lot of pressure for a more
convincing resume, but lying about your qualifications or experience can be
a big disaster. You might not be sure where to draw the line, especially if
you are new to the job market or will return after a while.
If so, you have a lot of companies. According
to a study by OfficeTeam employees, about 46% of adults know someone who has
incorrect information on a resume.
The situation is worrying because the risks
and consequences of arrest are enormous. The hiring manager might find
inconsistencies between your online profile and your application, or your new
manager might talk to one of your former colleagues. As a result, you might
lose your job offer or even get fired.
You can avoid overwriting your resume and
still presenting yourself as an outstanding candidate.
Try these alternative strategies to make your experience and education as
interesting as possible without hurting the truth..
Being Honest About Your Experience:
- Seek professional help. If
you’re having trouble attracting job offers or feel like you need to
market yourself more effectively, consider working with a job coach or a
resume service. Someone with expertise in human resources can help you
deal with weaknesses and showcase your strengths.
- List correct dates. Gaps in
employment history are common these days. Explain how you used your
downtime productively with contract work or volunteering.
- State your job title. What
if you operated at a higher level than your job title suggests,
or few employers would understand what it even means? Put the official
label on your resume, but back it up with additional details about what
you actually did.
- Describe your role. You’ve probably been advised to focus on your impact and quantify your achievements. Use your judgement and ask others for feedback if you think you may be getting too creative.
- Assess your skills. Is
there a long list of software programs and foreign languages at the bottom
of your resume? Be sure to describe your level of proficiency and fluency
accurately. You may be tested
during the hiring process or on the job.
- Consider your hobbies.
Unless your pastimes are relevant to the position, you can usually leave
them off. If you do mention them, pick activities you really participate
in.
- Do volunteer work. Supporting worthy causes is a great way to make your resume stand out. If you’ve been neglecting your charitable side, it’s easy to catch up. Mentioned how does that helped you as a Individual & Society.
- Disclose your salary. You can get a raise without inflating your last salary. Many employers rely more on market value and their own budget in determining compensation. Practicing your negotiation skills will help too.
Being Honest About Your Education:
- Forget about grades.
Outside of academia, few employers will want to hear about your GPA. On
the other hand, you might want to brag about graduating summa cum laude if
the facts bear it out.
- Declare your major. Cheer
up even if the job ad specifies a different major than yours. Most
companies are flexible about such matters.
- Complete your degree. Claiming fictitious degrees can be hazardous to your career. If you need additional credentials to advance, consider going back to school or taking additional courses at a local university or online.
- Writing about Online Courses. Complete the Online Course, take the Certificates , be ready to demonstrates the skill, explain how advantageous for your next job or Career move. Give substantial reason for it .
Honesty is the safer policy when it comes to
applying for a job. Design a resume that will help you sell yourself and double
check the contents to ensure you’re painting an accurate picture of your
background and potential.
Sandip Kadam Career Coach
www.konnecthr.com
www.linkedin.com/in/sandipkadam
Twitter:@sandipkadam
Email : sandipk@konnecthr.com
