"You thought you landed the one. The job listing flirted with you from across the internet - flexible schedule, generous pay, team that "feels like family." The interviewers leaned in close, nodding earnestly, promising growth and opportunity. You accepted the offer, showed up on day one, and bam, learned you'd been catfished. Instead of remote work, they hand you a badge and a parking pass. Instead of "strategic creative direction," you're scheduling team lunches and updating spreadsheets."
"Why employers catfish Employers want the best candidates. To hook them, they paint a glossy version of the job. They dangle "remote forever" promises, inflate pay ranges, and slap "dynamic culture" into every job ad. A Resume Builder survey found that nearly 40% of hiring managers admit to lying during the process. Seventy-six percent of those admitted they fib during interviews, and half fudge the job description itself."
Many U.S. workers encounter employer misrepresentation during hiring, receiving roles, schedules, or pay that differ from promises. Employers often embellish job listings to attract top candidates, advertising fully remote work, higher pay, or strategic responsibilities that fail to materialize. Survey data shows a notable share of hiring managers admit to lying or exaggerating during recruitment, including inflating pay ranges and altering job descriptions. Common bait-and-switch tactics include remote versus hybrid changes, reduced salary offers, and downgraded responsibilities. Some companies post roles without intent to hire. These practices damage trust, morale, and fit.
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