In 2025, a significant number of job postings are fake, contributing to growing distrust between job seekers and hiring managers. Research by Checkr shows that 40% of companies have resorted to dishonest practices such as posting non-viable job listings to gauge talent. Job seekers are also bending the truth by applying for roles beyond their qualifications. This culture of dishonesty includes misleading promises about remote work and fictional job opportunities, which ultimately damage the hiring landscape and workplace integrity.
Research indicates that 40% of companies posted fake job listings in 2025, contributing to a lack of trust in the hiring process as job seekers and employers engage in dishonest practices.
The 'Dishonest Job Search' study reveals that companies create false job postings to assess talent availability, while candidates apply for roles they are unqualified for, further eroding trust.
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