What is worse, an applicant lying on their resumé, or a company lying on their website?
Let's say an applicant exaggerates the truth on their resumé. This individual applies for a position that requires 3-5 years work experience in Python, SQL, and/or R. On their resumé, they mention 3+ years in a few in-demand coding languages. However, when they get in the door, it's clear they only have 2 years experience in R from college. You either do not hire that individual, or if you do, they are quickly let go for false advertising. The individual is held accountable.
Now, let's take a company that exaggerates the truth in their job description. You log onto their site, and front and center in a powerful font is "We champion diversity ". This is a core value in an employer for you, so you apply, get hired, and within the first week you realize that the majority of senior leadership is male and/or white. You just started the job, so it is not smart or respectful to just leave, nor do you have another job set up. Often times, the company isn't held accountable for this false advertising.
Comment your thoughts! What is worse to you, an applicant lying on their resumé, or a company lying on their website?
[At university, I gained an awesome introduction to consulting through an organizational psychology course, a course on children at risk, and a policy change program. In these experiences, I found my interest in organizational behavior . I would love to start posting more questions like this in hopes of getting to know my connections better. Cheers!]
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