I am afraid to write my working history in my resume as i am afraid my next boss will check it. i know i have think it twice before doing anything. But now i have to meet the difficulting in finding a job.i don' t know how to response to my bad history. It seems that i have no future at all.
2006-07-14 19:51:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I've been there before. Here are some tips:
Be honest about your job history. Any job worth taking WILL DEFINATELY check your record anyway. If they find out you lied, they will choose somebody else.
Don't Talk bad about your past jobs (even if they were TERRIBLE). Avoid making excuses!
If you are confronted about your job hopping, make some kind of clever analogy- I used this one:
INTERVIEWER: "I see that you have been employed by X employers in the last 2 years"
ME: "This is true. I have learned a lot from each of them. Some times you have to try things on before you make a permanent decision. I've really been searching for the best fit for a long term position".
On your resume, if you have a lot of companies where you had the same job title, list the amount of time you had the job title, and then include the companies you worked for in the description.
Like this:
8-2003- 10-2005: Bank Teller: Worked for industry leaders, including XYZ Bank, ABC Savings, UBS & ING. Balanced drawers successfully, supervised staff, lead presentations....etc...
Hopefully this helps! Good Luck!~
2006-07-14 20:09:19 · answer #1 · answered by User 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't get discouraged. There are always ways to finesse unpleasant things. Above all, always stick to honest answers. But that doesn't mean you have to present information in an unfavorable light.
Without knowing more about your particulars, it's hard to give specific advice. But one good idea is to anticipate questions and rehearse answers. For example, an employer might ask "It seems you can't stick with a job for very long. Why, then, should I hire you?" You might respond by saying that you are looking for long-term employment, but have not yet found the right fit. You could even turn the question into a positive by giving an answer along the lines of this: "With those previous jobs, I never fit into the [culture/requirements/whatever] of the job. I am confidant, however, that things will be different with your firm." Then proceed to give the interviews 2-3 reasons why you like that specific firm and position. It could be the culture, the opportunities for learning/training, flexible hours, ability to advance a career, etc.
2006-07-15 03:05:07 · answer #2 · answered by atlas.shrugs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
List your most recent jobs and when the interviewer asks about them just tell the truth and make sure to explain why your situation is different now. You need to be honest, but also stress that you are ready for a stable job and will do your best if you are hired.
2006-07-15 02:54:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Surely your time will come and your star will shine. It pays to always be honest and strong for your failures. We don't justify our mistakes but we learn from them. U can tell your next employer that life is a process of learning and healing while giving u rich and worthwhile experiences at the same time. Because of this, you can be the right person for the job. Good luck!
2006-07-15 02:57:47 · answer #4 · answered by buzzy bug 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Explain what went wrong. The best advice is to be honest. If the job was to hard at the time or the bosses were to much to handle what ever the reasons they should think better of you if you are honest and have nothing to hide.
2006-07-15 02:56:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i interview a lot of people, and the best thing to do is to be honest- say that you made the changes, will be loyal and be assertive while doing this- look them straight in the eye, do not loose eye contact, be friendly, but not to much- and answer anything without hesitance- ALSO know about the company where you applied, their values, etc- they will want to know WHY you want this job- show very much interest- tell them this is what you always wanted to do etc- Dress appropriate, not not to much and not to less, and make sure your shoes look great too-Good luck with your new future
2006-07-15 03:02:19 · answer #6 · answered by destiny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to explain to them why you quit those jobs. You have to be honest, and show them that you're not trying to hide things. When an employer hires you it's because they trust you'll get the job done. Let them know you've made mistakes in the past and can assure them it won't happen with this job. Hopefully they believe you. Good luck!
2006-07-15 02:54:20 · answer #7 · answered by youdontknowme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
past empoyers arn't suppose to put u down but some do
some companys are more at fault than u are
ive had suck *** companys b4 that made me look bad on paper
some dont even check
put down the best most likely to recommend you
or go in business 4 yourself
dont let it control your life
2006-07-15 07:16:07 · answer #8 · answered by Aaron J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would only put down past jobs that will help you get this job.
2006-07-15 02:54:11 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just put the relevant info down.
2006-07-15 02:58:00 · answer #10 · answered by itsjustmecc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋