I'm feeling so despondent having received a bad and un-justified reference from a past employer. My current job is now being threatened because of it.
What I want to know is- Will I ever be able to get a "good" job again?
2006-10-23 23:50:20 · 14 answers · asked by needanewman 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You can get a good job if they do not check the records but only on the interview or your presentation.
2006-10-23 23:52:52 · answer #1 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I thought that it was very dodgy to give a bad reference. Most companies will give a standard reference, such as Ms X worked here from .... until ..... blah blah blah, unless they wish to mention specific areas in which you excelled.
Giving a bad or negative reference leaves they company open to legal action, in that they are affecting your future job prospects and they should be certain that they have documented proof of any point they mention and that explanations were sought as to any behavior they report as this may be challenged in court. The company may be partly or fully to blame for any or all of the issues they mention in a negative job reference if they have not sought to help you through any issues or provided a forum for you to do so.
Essentially, I think any company giving a bad job reference is leaving themselves wide open to a lawsuit, whether justified or not. If you feel that the reference is unjustly hampering your career prospects it is certainly worth a visit to a solicitor who will no doubt be able to assess your situation, given that there are no specific details given here, much better than anyone on here.
Good Luck.
2006-10-24 00:07:55 · answer #2 · answered by advent m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know what, having a good or bad reference doesn't matter as long as you have the SKILLS and CAPABILITIES that the employers need to get the job done. You just have to change your working habits tho if you want to keep your present job. I know it won't be easy but it's worth a try specially if you need your job really bad. Besides, everybody deserve a second chance, right?... c",)
2006-10-24 00:39:15 · answer #3 · answered by kernel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give the last employer a court date so that he can explain why he has the right to discharge you, then apply to have his statement retracted. This is a human rights issue. The Human Rights Commission will investigate any problems with people who have been denied jobs and will sue on your behalf. You probably won't even have to go to court.
2006-10-24 00:44:41 · answer #4 · answered by persnicady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if i were u, i would just focus on your current job, and dont let the past stress you out
chances are, if you are a bad worker in the previous job, then u will be a bad worker at this new job
and
chances are, if you are a good worker in the previous job, then u will be a good worker at your new job.
If the first is true, then just lie
If the seconds is true, then hold your ground, say it was a uncomfortable atmosphere, and my boss felt that I was competing for his or her job
or, if you were friends with co worker there, give your new employee the name and number of your co worker friend and tell them that they were your manager
2006-10-23 23:55:19 · answer #5 · answered by f1avor_f1av 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might have got the bad reference but whenever u go ahead always enquire about that always put your brain that the person who is giving you reference is how much genuine person he is.
more over this is not the end of the world if your current employer says ant thing that i am doing my job properly and i am commited to my job.
and this is not the end of the world you will definately get other oppertunity. you just have to look around.
2006-10-23 23:56:10 · answer #6 · answered by VKS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you will - If you are in the US pretty much it is harder to get a bad referance the most they are allowed to say is yes they worked here from this date to this date and and yes we would rehire or no we would not rehire.
You might want to look into an attorney to protect your rights
2006-10-23 23:59:54 · answer #7 · answered by freemansfox 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the state of MA--where I live-it is illegal to give a bad reference. If it was a retaliation against you, you may have cause to fight it--especially if it effects your current job status. good luck.
2006-10-24 00:41:43 · answer #8 · answered by knownot 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't put your past employer on your resume or application...they won't call if they don't have a number
2006-10-24 04:46:05 · answer #9 · answered by Happy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Target is hiring for seasonal positions. All they really require is for you to have a lot of working hours. Try it. (:
2016-05-22 05:31:24 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋