A new survey found that of all generations, those born between 1981 and 1996 are the biggest culprits of lying in the workplace and on social media. are the biggest culprits of lying in the workplace and on social media. Nearly a third of millennials surveyed conceded to fabricating their resumes this year. Social media. The survey also showed to watch out for men, as they are 10% more likely to lie on social media than women.