I have had like 5 jobs in the past 5 years, but 3 of those jobs were in the construction industry and the companies went out of business, I would really like to put this on my resume so they know i didn't leave voluntarily. Would you put it on a resume or is that not proper? Thanks.
2006-10-03 03:40:02 · 16 answers · asked by Answer Girl 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Don't put the reason in your resume'. Let the interviewer ask. He/she will ask. They will want to know why you aren't sticking in one job for very long.
Do put the information on your "References" sheet. Your resume' should end with "References Available Upon Request". Your sheet of references should include the addresses and phone numbers of your previous jobs, and the name of your supervisor there.
When you list the out-of-business ones:
XYZ Company (Business Closed)
123 Street
Xyztown, State, Zip.
Phone number no longer available
Supervisor: XXX XXXXX - Currently available at (phone number)
Be sure to ask your previous supervisor if it is ok to use him/her as a reference first.
Good luck.
2006-10-03 04:04:32 · answer #1 · answered by sewmouse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is proper to put on the resume that the companies have gone out of business. Work history is a huge determining factor in hiring so you want to explain the reason for the changes in jobs, especially with 5 jobs in 5 years. Without explanation it will look like you are a job-hopper, which will not get you hired.
2006-10-03 03:48:40 · answer #2 · answered by tollerx2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not necessary but still if you feel like do mention about the 3 companies that went out of business but remember not to criticise any of the other 2 employers as a reason for leaving those jobs. Rather put in as your talents were getting wasted as you would like to employ all your time in creative work towards the organisation rather than waste the time of the organisation & your talents. You thought best by leaving the job so that some fairly experienced person could take up that opportunity.
2006-10-03 03:49:46 · answer #3 · answered by ¨°º¤•§îRîu§ ¤[†]¤ ߣã¢K•¤º°¨ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact that you didn't leave voluntarily doesn't necessarily put you in a more positive light.
I would not add that fact to the resume. If the question comes up, then you explain it.
A resume should be an accurate portrayal of your record, but it is not a disclosure statement.
2006-10-03 03:44:59 · answer #4 · answered by Coffeyvillian 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, Don't put that on your resume the company will ask you that in person and on your application........ Never put that on your resume.....that's too much information....IF you put that on your resume that's limiting the questions for your employer and that's something that you don't want to do!
2006-10-03 03:45:14 · answer #5 · answered by Toya J 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
resume is key for interview door and not for door to the company's job. resume should be written as positive as possible, so that they want to see you in their office for the very first time. if they do not want to see you after read your resume, your chance of getting the job is zero.
bankruptcy is not positive word i will want to put in my resume. if you can write it as positive as possible, you enclose in your resume. what i can suggest for you is to emphasize the experience and achievement in your resume from 5 former employers.
in current environment, employer always look for positive mindset employees that would create solution for them instead of creating problem. problem solver is new skill employer looking for today.
i hope i can help you with some of my experience.
wish you good luck
all the best
2006-10-03 04:11:47 · answer #6 · answered by macvanteh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, wait for them to ask. Your resume is suppose to represent your qualifications. Anything other than that can be discussed in the interview.
2006-10-03 03:48:30 · answer #7 · answered by gr8_smyll 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell the truth! Past jobs/employers who go out of business happens all the time in today's environment.
Then list all your STRENGTHs to your new prospective employer!
2006-10-03 03:48:00 · answer #8 · answered by bereftcat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lots extra now as an older guy than whilst i became into lots youthful. I take a record of places i'd desire to end for the errands and a record of the flaws that i'd desire to purchase. wallet & money. keys. sunlight colors. cap or hat. cell telephone. handle or mapquest instructions if taking the dogs then puppy luggage puppy treats the folding puppy water bowl Oh, I forgot the spouse.... lol
2016-10-15 11:30:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to type it onto your resume, but once you get the interview, be prepared to tell them the reasons, truthfully and with confidence.
2006-10-03 03:54:48 · answer #10 · answered by Confused_Rep 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋