However, ZipRecruiter CEO Ian Siegel tells PEOPLE there are extremely rare exceptions PEOPLE’s Real Tips for Real Life presents practical answers to some of the most commonly asked questions around ...

From inflated job titles to fabricated qualifications, CV fraud is on the rise globally – and the instance of this in South Africa is no exception. According to international recruitment surveys, as ...

A resume is the most important tool in the job search process. In today’s competitive market, employers might receive hundreds of applications for one position. Resumes allow hiring managers to ...

When personal beliefs and work collide, it can always be a tricky situation. While the US specifically prohibits discrimination based on religion, having fewer references to religious organizations ...

The mother who stayed at home for years to raise children. The worker who has been job hunting for two years. The employee whose sole past employer has died. Each has job references that are outdated ...

Job seekers who believe the reference section of their resume isn't as important as the rest of it should think again, new research shows. A study by CareerBuilder revealed the vast majority of ...

Of course everyone crafts their resume to cast themselves in the best possible light, but most people know that fabricating their responsibilities and accomplishments is a huge mistake. So what do you ...

It isn’t fair that honest, hard-working, quality applicants lose out on job opportunities to individuals who fake resumes and references. But they do. The reality: you can’t believe resumes. A ...