#WorkplaceEthics

A new 2024 survey is sparking debate in hiring practices worldwide, with findings suggesting that nearly half of Gen Z job seekers admit to lying or strongly considering lying on applications. The conversation signals a shift in how young candidates present themselves, and it raises questions about trust, verification, and workplace culture in Thailand as Gen Z enters the workforce.

Data from the survey shows a substantial generational gap. Roughly 44% to 56% of Gen Z respondents reported lying or contemplating lying during the hiring process, while Baby Boomers reported lower rates around 37%. Millennials and Gen X fell in between, indicating a broad discrepancy in attitudes toward honesty in applications. In Thailand, where Gen Z is increasingly filling professional roles, these patterns invite careful examination of recruitment practices and student preparation.

A new survey has caused ripples in the world of human resources, revealing that nearly half of Generation Z job seekers admit to lying on their job applications—a trend that marks a significant shift from previous generations and raises pressing questions for educators, employers, and policymakers both in Thailand and worldwide (Fox News; AOL).

The findings, derived from a fresh survey conducted in 2024, indicate that as much as 44% to 56% of Gen Z respondents confessed to either having lied or strongly considered lying during the hiring process (Resume Genius). Comparatively, only 37% of Baby Boomers admitted similar behavior, highlighting a widening generational gap in attitudes towards job application honesty. Millennials and Gen X also registered lower, at 50% and 40% respectively (Benefit News). This generational divergence has implications for trust, vetting procedures, and workplace culture that are now being debated across societies—including in Thailand, where Gen Z is rapidly ascending into the professional landscape.