To what extent have you lied or exaggerated in a job interview?

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I embellish almost all of my experiences, don't out right lie though

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I checked the I have disabilities option during application stage since I believe I’m wounded deep down. Other than that, nothing major during interviews.

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Counting emotional wounds as disabilities ? Hahah guess we all are disabled in that case lol

I only meet them at the same energy they exaggerate the position.

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I've implemented xyz and redesigned complete processes. Really what I did was make small suggestions and some stuck. Others were tweaked so much that were almost nothing like what I suggested.

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Graduated .01 away from Magna Cum Laude so I’ve said I achieved it

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I almost did this. I was .003 from it.

Most people seriously exaggerate or claim greater leadership than they were responsible for.

I try to keep it pretty honest. I’m always scared about getting into a position where I don’t have the skills to succeed

i said my greatest weakness is perfectionism instead of embezzlement

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