In 2002 Ronald Zarrella then CEO of Bausch & Lomb was discovered to have misrepresented the credentials on his resume. Mr. Zarrella then submitted a resignation letter. However, the board refused his recognition stating that a change in management was not in the best interest of this shareholders but that instead he would be deprived of the $1.1 million bonus for 2002. This along with many similar instances brought up the question, does the competitive pressure to get hired justify decision to boost your resume? No, you should tell the truth and let the company decide. In Mr. Zarrella’s case the company kept him even though he did not actually have the experience claimed. Many would argue that he may not have been hired
