Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robin Ryan is a career counselor who covers job search and careers. "We would like you to come in for an interview." Those ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robin Ryan is a career counselor who covers job search and careers. Your resume worked and got you a highly coveted job interview.

Bending the truth is pretty much inherent to the job search process, at least most of the time. Few among us are actually "passionate" about spreadsheets and accounts payable. Why do I want this job?