I was terminated from a position over a month ago and, have had no luck finding a new job even though I have been on several interviews. I am an HR Professional and have over 7 years generalist experience and a degree, so I know I am qualified. I am pretty sure the fact that I was terminated from my last job is what is preventing me from finding something new. Should I not tell prospective employers that I was terminated? I know my former employer will not give reasons why a person is no longer with the company when contacted for employment references and, I was not let go for anything major - my employer fired me for telling an employee we were trying to "save" that his manager was really impressed with his work and felt he was an asset to the team. This was deemed a breach of confidentiality even though the manager told me this in a social setting not in confidence. I know that it is unethical to lie on an application but, I'm feeling a bit desperate here. Any thoughts?
2006-08-09 00:40:07 · 8 answers · asked by greenfaerie32 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
If you left the last job on 'uncertain' terms, I would just say that you left for 'better opportunities'. No need to get into any detail. They have to follow the law, right? So, just be 'cool' about the last job.
The only thing you might want to consider is to think of _why_ you were terminated. Was it a personality conflict, or was it job related. (I'm not judging here, just some introspection) You know your stuff, don't bring bad news to an interview. Every comment must be a positive one.
good luck
2006-08-09 00:46:12 · answer #1 · answered by words_smith_4u 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That stinks. Sorry you're going through this. I lost about 5 paychecks not too too long a go and we've been so close to living on the street ever since. Things get bad. I'm kind of surprised, however, that you are writing this question here because you have experience in HR and you should know what an employer would do if you get caught lying or not telling the whole truth. If it was me, I probably would lie. Desperate times call for desperate measures sometimes. I am not generally a liar but sometimes you have to save your own butt to survive.
2006-08-09 00:46:51 · answer #2 · answered by butterfliesRfree 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't mention that I was terminated... you're right... it's a black-eye on you from the get-go. I'd say I moved on to consider other business pursuits. You might mention that it has given you time to pursue other career options. Consider that you may not work in HR again... perhaps your other interests will point you to a new field. I suspect one reason that you may not be getting enough interviews and offers: Your numbers are too low. If after a month you haven't sent at least 600 resumes and letters of application out (that's only 20 a day and you're not working anyway, so do it), you're putting yourself at a strong disadvantage. I once sent out 1000 resumes and letters of applicaton... took about a week to get it altogether. Yes, I found the job I really wanted and was hired.
2006-08-09 03:11:22 · answer #3 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a Catholic and I do not have a good resume on my previous job employment and friends hinted it's ok to 'lie' for living, after all it is matter of bread and butter. I could have resorted to that but I don't want to lie and that make me even harder to even start to find a job. BUT I do believe if u stick to being honest but to be tactful in ur approach to find a job, something beautiful will come out. I will pray for u at the mass.
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2016-12-14 03:13:21 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-09 00:44:40 · answer #6 · answered by gypsygirl731 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-09 01:33:52 · answer #7 · answered by Ranjita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just get out there and keep looking .. don't tell anyone your were terminated just lie ...make something up
2006-08-09 00:45:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋