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I’m a career expert: These are the lies you MUST tell in an interview if you want to get the job

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Corporate expert Isobelle Panton (pictured) has revealed the lies you should tell in an interview if you want to get the job

When it comes to a job interview, most people will emphasize the importance of practicing honesty and authenticity.

While this may often be wise advice, the corporate expert Isobelle Panton has revealed that there are some cases where lying in an interview can increase your chances of getting the job.

British racing expert Isobelle runs a popular TikTok account that offers advice to those hoping to set foot on a career path.

In the app, the self-described ‘professional agony aunt’ outlined four situations in which avoiding difficult truths and keeping past work-related disputes secret could be to your advantage.

She started the video presenting candidates with the lies you “absolutely should tell” in an interview, and his advice has racked up more than a million views online.

Isobelle said the first time it may be appropriate to lie is when a recruiter asks about your reason for leaving your previous position.

Instead of laying out the details of a bitter dispute or feud, Isobelle suggested keeping the tone professional and responding in a way that looks for opportunities in the new company.

‘Even if it’s the most valid reason. If it’s negative, I don’t want to hear it,’ he insists in the video.

Corporate expert Isobelle Panton (pictured) has revealed the lies you should tell in an interview if you want to get the job

“Keep it positive, keep it professional, keep it progressive,” he advised.

Instead of delving into why things didn’t work out, Isobelle advised candidates to focus on highlighting their aspirations for the position they’re interviewing for.

He then gave an example of more diplomatic ways you could talk about your previous employment, such as: ‘I’m thinking about leaving my company because I think I’ve exhausted all my development opportunities there.

“I really enjoyed my time there, but I am looking for a company like yours that is dynamic and can promote from within and help me reach my full potential.”

Isobelle’s second suggestion for when it would be acceptable to bend the truth involved the number of job offers she claims to have on the table.

“Always lie about how many offers or processes you are in,” he said.

“Even if this is your dream job, make this the only interview you’re going to have because it gives the air of desperation that you really need this job.”

“Whereas, if they think you have a lot of eggs in several baskets, they perceive you as the best talent, and being perceived as the best talent means you’re more likely to get the offer you’re really looking for.”

Accessing the app, the self-described 'career agony aunt' outlined four situations in which avoiding difficult truths and keeping past work-related disputes a secret could be to your advantage.

Accessing the app, the self-described ‘career agony aunt’ outlined four situations in which avoiding difficult truths and keeping past work-related disputes a secret could be to your advantage.

Isobelle also highlighted that candidates should avoid discussing any plans that may involve leaving the company, such as travel or emigration, as most employers are not looking for short-term hires.

“Number three: If you have big plans to travel to Thailand for a year, I don’t want to hear about them,” he said.

‘The number of people who admit to wanting to travel a year later. It just tells me that they only get this job so they can pay for it.

And, you know what, it’s fair, go. Life is about what you want to do, but I don’t need to know, so don’t be so honest in that circumstance, don’t let me know, I don’t want to know.’

Last but not least, the expert recommended keeping any future business ambitions a secret.

According to the expert, companies will be less willing to hire a person who they believe has hope of moving forward in the future, as this could make them less motivated to work hard for the company.

“Lie about starting your own empire,” he emphasized. ‘I’m the biggest proponent of side jobs; I love side jobs, don’t get me wrong.

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People rushed to the comments to thank Isobelle for her advice, but others thought it was better

People quickly flocked to the comments to thank Isobelle for her advice, but others thought it was best to “be yourself.”

Although most advice will tell you to be honest in interviews, there are some situations where a white lie can get you far, according to experts (file image)

Although most advice will tell you to be honest in interviews, there are some situations where a white lie can get you far, according to experts (file image)

“But if you join an interview and basically tell me that this job is seed money for your own entity, I will perceive that you are on work hours on weekends and evenings and I will say, your motivation for the job for me is little or no, so why are you even interviewing?

“There are some lies that are worth it,” he concluded.

Several commenters expressed gratitude for the advice. One wrote: “Thank you for sharing your experience and insights on employment.”

Another wrote: “I’ve been lying to companies in interviews since I was 16, my mom taught me that.”

A third reflected: “OMG I needed to hear this, especially the first point because I’m a naturally honest person.”

However, another person said: “Be yourself, that’s what will get you the job darlings.”

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