Job hunting in 2026: Why some professionals are faking their résumés to survive layoffs - Does it work?
A laid-off worker's decision to falsify their résumé to bypass layoff gaps and secure a new job has sparked debate. Despite passing background checks, the move highlights the harsh realities of unemployment scarring and the systemic flaws in current hiring practices that prioritize perceived continuous employment over skills.
A laid-off worker's decision to falsify their résumé to bypass layoff gaps and secure a new job has sparked debate. Despite passing background checks, the move highlights the harsh realities of unemployment scarring and the systemic flaws in current hiring practices that prioritize perceived continuous employment over skills.
