Skip to content
Search AI Powered

Latest Stories

Job Recruiter Reveals The Three Things You Should Lie About 'In Every Interview'

TikTok screenshots of Bonnie Dilber
@bonniedilber/TikTok

TikToker Bonnie Dilber laid out a series of questions and how interviewees should answer them in order to stand out in an eye-opening video about what recruiters are looking for.

The job market is tough out there, y'all—but thankfully we've got TikToker and job recruiter Bonnie Dilber hitting us with some tips and tricks to land that coveted role...as long as you don't mind fibbing a little.

In a now-viral TikTok, Dilber (@bonniedilber) shared three things that you should definitely conceal or stretch the truth about when trying to nail an interview for a job you really want (or need).


Dilber began her video—which has now been viewed more than 1.4 million times—by stating:

“There are three things that I need you to lie about in every interview.”

Are you ready?

First, the TikToker shared you should probably lie about why you're leaving your current job.

“If you’re leaving your job because you really dislike it, because you don’t get along with your boss or your colleagues, you’re going to lie about this."
“Please do not tell them that your boss doesn’t like you. Don’t tell them that everyone’s really hard to work with."
"All they’re going to hear is you are difficult to work with.”

Her suggestion?

"You're going to say something like, 'Things are going great, but I want to take on bigger challenges.'"

Solid advice!

Secondly, Dilber revealed that you should lie about why you really want the job.

“Look, y’all. Like 100 percent of people who want the job want it for the money and benefits."

She added that it is not a "unique" response.

"It’s a big red flag to them because they think that’s all you care about if that’s all you can come up with."
"Instead, you’re going to tell them why you’re passionate about the company’s mission, why this job is your life’s work, and why you’re such a good fit for this company.”

Sounds good!

And finally, don't be too honest about your future plans with the potential new employer. Companies want to feel that you're in it for the long haul.

“Your plans are to be at that company."
“Your plans are to come in and knock it out in this role and continue to grow as opportunities arise. What every company wants is top talent that is going to stay and grow with them.”

You can watch below.

@bonniedilber

Companies want to hire top talent that will grow with them over time. Here are three things you're going to want to lie about to present yourself in this way. #interviewtips #jobseekers #jobsearch #interviews #recruiting #careertok

Many in the comments agreed with the creator that lying is just a natural part of the process.

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

Others, however, argued that honesty is still the best policy.

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

Everyone, though, could agree that the grind is exhausting.

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

@bonniedilber/TikTok

Thank you, Bonnie, for sharing these helpful tips, and hopefully all you jobseekers out there can put them to good use!

More from Trending

Country Singer Gavin Adcock went on a drunken rant over Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" success.
Danielle Del Valle/Getty Images; Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

Country singer rants over Beyoncé album

Country singer Gavin Adcock became the title of his next album, “Own Worst Enemy,” after going on an unhinged rant about the legitimacy of Beyoncé's Grammy-winning and record-breaking Cowboy Carter in the country music genre.

Adcock, whose upcoming album is set for release next month, was filmed during a live performance last weekend, complaining that Beyoncé and her album are not “country music.”

Keep ReadingShow less
Dionne Warwick; Tiny Chef
Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images; @ToonHive/X

Dionne Warwick Is Ready To Go To War With Nickelodeon Over 'Tiny Chef' Cancellation

You know your campaign against a show's cancellation is achieving widespread attention when you get people like venerated singer Dionne Warwick advocating for you.

Nickelodeon's The Tiny Chef Show was recently cancelled, much to the dismay of its viewers and creators. It was also a genuinely surprising decision, since the show has won an Emmy.

Keep ReadingShow less
Woman relaxing in sunhat and sunglasses
Photo by Jordan Bauer on Unsplash

People Explain Which 'Small Luxuries' They Can't Live Without

Many of us have committed to being fairly financially frugal and not overspending on silly, unnecessary things.

That is to say, sometimes, it's fun to splurge on something one time to see what it's like to experience that small luxury.

Keep ReadingShow less
two women in emotional distress seated on couch
Ben White on Unsplash

People Who've Experienced Grief Share The Most Tone-Deaf Things They've Heard

Grief, loss, trauma are all part of life. But for most people, the emotions and reactions that go with them are difficult to witness.

So they rely on platitudes to fill any holes in conversation. That's rarely a good idea.

Keep ReadingShow less
Donald Trump
Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images

Trump Demands 'Boss Of AT&T' Fix Equipment After Failed Conference Call In Bizarre Meltdown

When most of us have technical difficulties, we contact tech support or customer service.

But if you're President of the United States, just ranting on social media—then having your White House Press Secretary post a screenshot of your post on a social media platform people actually use—is apparently the answer.

Keep ReadingShow less