With all of the time and effort that goes into hiring, nothing is more frustrating than interviewing a candidate, only to later find out that they lied about their qualifications. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top five red flags to look out for when reviewing a candidate’s resume.

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1.      Sporadic Dates:

Are there any gaps in your candidate’s employment history? Do they have a history of frequently changing jobs? When finding inconstancies like these, it’s important to consider why that candidate has had such a low retention rate at previous jobs.

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2.      Sloppy Errors

None of us are above the occasional spelling mistake. But a messy resume, full of spelling and grammatical errors, indicates a lack of attention to detail and professionalism when it comes to important matters.

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3.      Suspicious Accomplishments

Does this applicant seem too good to be true? There is such a thing as too perfect. If their achievements seem unrealistically impressive, there’s a good chance they could be lying or exaggerating their credentials.

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4.      Inconsistent Focus

Is your prospective accountant boasting about their guitar skills? If your applicant is listing skills or qualifications that don't match the job or industry, they might be trying to impress you with irrelevant or outdated information, or just looking for ways to fill up space.

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5.      Generic Descriptions

The best resume descriptions offer measurable numbers and concrete tasks accomplished in previous roles. If your applicant is using vague, non-specific language to describe their responsibilities, they could be trying to cover up significant gaps in their experience or skills.

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These are some of the most glaring red flags to look out for. However, even after careful review, there’s a lot of things a resume can hide. Luckily, Brand's offers comprehensive and affordable background checks to ensure you truly know who you’re hiring.

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