Bukola Afeni
Actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku has raised concerns about a growing disconnect between impressive résumés and actual workplace competence, saying it is contributing to the challenges companies face in hiring suitable candidates.
In an Instagram post, Njoku noted that she frequently sees well-qualified job seekers struggling to find employment while companies continue to search for the right talent.
She wrote, “Every day, I see people without jobs. Every day, I see impressive CVs. And every day I see companies struggling to hire good people. And I’m genuinely confused.”
She explained that the issue is not a lack of intelligence or effort. “This isn’t about intelligence or effort. A lot of people are working hard. But CVs have quietly become marketing documents rather than true reflections of capability. Titles are inflated, responsibilities are aspirational, and polish has replaced depth,” Njoku said.
According to her, this creates a disconnect between what looks good on paper and what shows up in the room.
She added, “You read a CV, it’s solid, well-written, and ticks all the boxes. Then you sit down with the person…and something doesn’t connect. It feels like something went wrong somewhere in the middle.”
