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Alexandra Regardless of circumstance, job separation requires a little finesse, on both the part of the employee and the employer. Things are a bit easier and more in your control if you are leaving a job of your own volition, so make an effort to ensure the separation occurs on the best possible terms. The
With Reference Information So Readily Available on the Web, Job Seekers Need To Take Control – Engineer Your Reference List to Reflect You in the Best Possible Light
Allison & Taylor has identified 5 key employment trends for you to consider during your employment search.
1. Employers
It can be a challenge to find that perfect new career, but sometimes things come together in just the right way, and voila! You’ve found that ideal new job, one that is a perfect “fit” for you.
Imagine the frustration, then, to having sailed through the pre-screening process with
In my last post I discussed how importing selecting your references is during your job search. Over 50% of job seekers find out too late that former supervisors provide an unflattering reference.
The timing and format of presenting this reference list to a prospective employer can also play a factor
When selecting your references for job applications, two words of advice: choose wisely. You had better assume that potential employers will, indeed, contact these parties and that your former supervisors will likely be at the top of the list – even if you haven’t voluntarily offered up
You’re filling out a job application when you come to the question “May we contact your former supervisor?” While you didn’t “part company” with them on particularly good terms, your understanding is that all they should be allowed to divulge to a prospective employer were your
We’ve all heard that our former employers, when contacted for a reference, will only confirm (per company policy) your employment dates and title. Right?
Wrong.
There is no guarantee that all corporate employees are aware of, or will abide be, such guidelines. Consider these verbatim comments
At Allison & Taylor, Inc. we many questions about references. Here are a few examples of our FAQs:
Question:
Who should I list as a reference?
Answer:
When compiling a list of employment references, try to look at it from the prospective employer’s shoes. First,
Negative references may be the root of the problem for those who haven’t been able to secure a new job, despite solid interviews and qualifications. Qualified job seekers who are frustrated that they have not been able to find a new job are now looking for ways to be more proactive in order
It can be a challenge to find that perfect new career, but sometimes things come together in just the right way, and voila! You’ve found that ideal new job, one that is a perfect “fit” for you.
Imagine the frustration, then, to having sailed through the pre-screening process with
In our last post we talked about how it can be a mistake to assume that your former employer will stick to company policy and only confirm your job title and dates of employment.
While it’s true that many companies do have reference policies in place that prohibit them from giving out anything but