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Speaking Point: During tough economic times, it's tempting to stretch the truth, or, downright lie in order to land a job. But you can actually land your dream job and maintain your integrity. Speaking Point: According to CareerBuilder.com, of the 3,100 hiring managers interviewed, 49% said they discovered a job applicant lying on his/her resume Speaking Point: With the unemployment rate hovering around 9%, more people are vying for fewer positions than ever before. As a result, even the most ethical person can stray in order to gain competitive advantage. Speaking Point: Three deadly tempations: Insecurity, paronia and fear lead many into these three deadly tempations: 1) Resume enhancement, 2) Interview Embellishment, and, 3) Negotiation Fibs Speaking Point: The temptations explained and solutions. "Resume Enhancement" is overstating or actually lying about one;s background, experience, accomplishments and results in order to standout amongst the crowd. Solution: Tell the truth. Enlist the help of a professional to expand your vocabulary and tease out important details and facts. "Interview embellishment" is making stuff up when put on the spot with a hard question. Solution: Be prepared in advance by anticipating the tough questions. Write-out your honest answers before the interview. Seek advice on how to handle the tricky questions. Rehearse in presence of a professional who then can provide useful feedback. "Negotiation Fibs" are the white lies we make in order to secure the position during the negotiation process. Speaking Point: The 5 Most Difficult Interview Questions: "So, why did you leave your last job?" "Why is there a gap in your resume what were you doing in the meantime?" "What do you consider to be your greatest accomplishment?" "What's your greatest strength? Weakness?" "What are you long-term aspirations with our company?"
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