When something seems too good to be true, it’s often because it is — including the promises being made by hiring managers in job interviews.
Seventy-percent of hiring managers admit to lying to job candidates during the recruitment process, with half of those saying they do it frequently, according to Resume Genius’ 2024 Hiring Trends survey. And while telling an applicant a white lie may not seem particularly detrimental, it could have long-term consequences.
