We all want to put our best out there when dating and interviewing.

We all want to be the best versions of ourselves, certainly.

What’s important is to actually BE a version of you rather than some fictional character…it’s also important to not bend the truth or hide it until the last minute.

We all have things we aren’t proud of in our past – the best way to show a potential employer that we’ve learned something from our mistakes is to be humble and forthright.

Don’t get me wrong – I’ve jazzed up a dull resume before with a thesaurus and spell-check, but to create entire fairytales on your CV is unacceptable. Last minute “by the way…” issues are also sure to keep you from your desired job, when often, if you are upfront about certain things – ie a criminal record – it often won’t disturb the interview process. The key to handling an unfortunate incident or less than desirable job on your resume is to approach the situation professionally and speak to the right person. When there is considerable interest in you, and you are already through your first or second interviews, take the time to contact the right person – ask your recruiter who this would be – and talk with them directly about the situation. Waiting until they find it on your record = bad news. Take my word. Read here.

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