Lying to Land the Job? Gen Z Job Seekers Say It’s the Only Way

As the job market gets tougher, a rising number of unemployed adults — especially Gen Z — are turning to dishonesty to get hired. A viral TikTok video from one job seeker claims his entire resume is fabricated, and he’s not alone. Survey data backs him up: nearly half of Gen Z admit to lying on job applications, compared to just 9% of Baby Boomers. While career experts warn against blatant fabrications, some say strategic “truth-bending” is common. In today’s competitive hiring climate, is authenticity losing its value?