May 30, 2003 10:14 AM

Dumbing down resumes
Posted by Douglas Eisenhartat 10:14 AM

Economists aren't the only ones wringing their hands over deflation. As the downturn drags on, hiring managers are noticing a different type of deflation -- the kind that shows up on applicants' resumes. With job openings in short supply, and senior positions scarce, many unemployed workers have been trimming back their resumes so they don't appear overqualified for positions, a reversal of the resume-polishing that characterized the boom.

But is dumbing down a resume a smart move?