You shouldn't lie on your resume.
James has sent dozens of resumes out looking for a job and is getting desperate.
James wants to find a job.
James has a professional look over his resume and make some changes that will attract employers.
James adds on a resume that he has worked at his last job for 5 years instead of the 3 years he really worked.
James starts getting job interviews and is finally hired by a good company.
James' prospective employer finds out in a background check, and James is not hired.