Two-thirds of CVs contain lies — report

A survey has claimed that two thirds of CVs received by employers contain lies or exaggerations.

Further findings show 44% of employers expect to hire new staff this year because of growth in the economy.

The survey by CPL Job Market Monitor also revealed 40% of women candidates are willing to accept lower pay than men for the same job, and that 80% of employers decide on a candidate’s viability for a job within five minutes of meeting them.