Job hunting can be a stressful process, leading some candidates to embellish or outright fabricate information on their CVs. But how common are these lies, and what happens when they're discovered? At the same time, a contrasting trend is emerging: the rise of repair shops, offering a sustainable alternative to our throwaway culture.
The Truth About CV Lies
Matt Collingwood, managing director of IT recruitment agency Viqu, has seen his fair share of "very awkward" job interviews in his 28 years of experience. He recounts instances where candidates' claims were quickly exposed as false. "An interview that should have been an hour lasted 15 minutes," he said, describing one encounter where a candidate's false claim of a taekwondo black belt was challenged by an interviewer who was a martial arts expert. Another applicant claimed to have attended a specific private school, but couldn't answer basic questions about it. The moral of the story? Honesty is the best policy.
Common lies include falsifying reasons for leaving previous jobs, manipulating dates of employment, and inflating job titles. While it might be tempting to stretch the truth to land a dream role, the risk of getting caught is high, and the consequences can be severe.
Giving Broken Devices a New Life
While some industries are grappling with dishonesty, others are embracing sustainability. A growing movement of repair shops is breathing new life into broken devices, offering an alternative to simply throwing them away and buying new ones. This trend is not only environmentally friendly but also creates jobs and reduces costs.
Imagine a workshop filled with the hum of activity, where skilled technicians meticulously diagnose and repair everything from smartphones to vacuum cleaners. The article describes a scene: "There is a pause in the hubbub of conversation in the workshop and everyone watches as a young man plugs in the vacuum cleaner that just minutes earlier had been in several pieces on his workbench. As the machine whirs into life, the people in the room break out into muted cheers and clapping. There are smiles all round."
This simple act of repair represents a shift in mindset, from a culture of consumption to one of conservation. By choosing to repair rather than replace, we can reduce waste, emissions, and our reliance on new resources.
Santander Banking Issues Resolved
In other news, Santander recently experienced mobile and telephone service outages in the UK, leaving many customers unable to access their accounts. The bank has since resolved the issues and apologized for the inconvenience. "The bank apologised for any “inconvenience caused” and said no customers would “be left out of pocket” as a result of the outages." Customers can now rest assured that their accounts are accessible and no financial losses will be incurred.
The Cottage Cheese Craze
Finally, in a slightly lighter note, Australia is experiencing a cottage cheese shortage, driven by trending recipes on TikTok. The dairy product's high protein content and versatility have made it a popular ingredient in everything from dips to ice cream.
From honesty in job applications to sustainable consumption and unexpected food trends, the world of business is constantly evolving. Stay informed, stay honest, and maybe try a cottage cheese dip!