Should you check yes when an application asks about contacting current employer?

Question

There is always a quetion on an application that asks if you are employed can they contact your current employer. Would it be better to answer yes or no?

Answer 1

say yes if u know ur last employer will say only good things about u.

Answer 2

It depends . . in some instances you would put no if you think that it would jeopardize your current job. Obviously you dont want to get fired before you find a new job. If you think that it wouldnt jeopardize your present job, then check yes. You wont be overlooked for an interview just because you check "no", employers understand.

Answer 3

check yes. all your previous or current employers can say is how long you have worked for them. it is unethical for them to give any derogatory information that might hinder you from getting employed.

Answer 4

It depends on your relationship with the employer

Answer 5

Why did not you verify the field?!! Any time you fill out an software for a job you should fill out each and every line even once you should write "N/A" on some sections.... yet to respond to your question, you've a case for your self, yet you probably did opt for no longer to ask them to refrian from calling your cutting-edge company... even although they requested. no longer reliable. sorry that got here about to you, that really sucks.

Answer 6

yes, if you are doing a good job at your present place of employment.
no, if you are unsure or have concerns.
Employers know that people look for better jobs while they are still employed.

Answer 7

If you are a horrible employee say no. If you do your job say yes.

Answer 8

IT DEPENDS ON HOW YOUR CURRENT EMPLOYER FEELS ABOUT YOU.

Answer 9

I would, leave it up to them.

Answer 10

No.