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While crafting a resignation letter is simple enough when you’re leaving an employer on civil terms, what do you do if you’re parting on less than favorable circumstances? Before you give any employer a “piece of your mind”, consider that a prospective new employer will likely call
We’ve all heard that our former employers, when contacted for a reference, will only confirm (per company policy) 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 documented
Realizing that your career may rest in a reference’s hands, you consider using a friend (or relative) – posing as a potential employer – to see what a reference will say about you to a prospective employer. While this tactic may be tempting, there are a number of reasons why this
It is no secret that job resume fraud has been on the rise in recent years. With the economic downturn in recent years, many desperate job seekers have resorted to “embellishing” their resume credentials. Their hope: that prospective employers will forego checking the dates and credentials offered
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
Seeking new employment in her area, Jennifer was confident her last employer would not be a problem reference. While she hadn’t “parted company” with them on particularly good terms, her understanding was that all they would be allowed to divulge to a prospective employer were her title
Perhaps you’ve experienced this scenario: your recent job interviews have been very promising, and your prospective new employer has indicated you either have the job, or will have it pending their reference checks of your former employers. However,
Picture this scenario: You’ve just “nailed” that second interview and your prospective employer appeared enthusiastic about you. They may even have suggested that you were the leading candidate, or that the job was practically yours. You left the interview with high hopes, waiting
2016 is slated to be the year of new jobs, better jobs and upgrading careers. Job references play a crucial role in this quest for career betterment.
Many of us are aware that a former employer is only supposed to offer limited information about previous employees – typically, employment dates and
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
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