If you find the job hunt daunting, you’re not alone: 39% of Americans actively searching for a job fear potential employers would deem them underqualified for the roles to which they’re applying, according to a study commissioned by Adecco Group and conducted by OnePoll, per Talker Research.

So, some job seekers are taking matters into their own hands, stretching the truth (or obscuring it altogether) during the hiring process.

Related: The Critical First 100 Days of Onboarding — What You’re Likely Overlooking That Could Make or Break Your New Hire

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