Career Marketplace Blog

In this photo slideshow for U.S. News and World Report, Alison Green shows you, 10 Surefire Ways to Annoy a Hiring Manager.

Some of the mistakes listed in this article are:

• Ignore Application Instructions
• Arrive late for your interview
• Being unprepared for your interview

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About.com Guide, Dawn Rosenberg McKay warns job seekers about the consequences of Lying on your Resume.

Rosenberg McKay covers this topic as a three part series. Click the links below to read this series.

Part 1:  Should You Lie on Your Resume?

Part 2: One Lie Leads to Another

Part 3: The Ramifications of Lying on Your Resume

Resume Lies to avoid:

• Incorrect employment dates
• Degrees or certifications you do not have
• School(s) you did not attend
• Employer(s) you did not work for

In today’s job market, employers cannot afford to make a hiring mistake. Lying on your resume not only hurts your professional image, but costs an employer a lot of money in hiring costs.

Remember, honesty is the best policy.