Terminated.....Now What?

Question

I was recently terminated from my position. Although the boss my not pleased with my over all performance,
I parted gracefully about two days ago. One of my friends, a professional told me that although I was there for 3 months on a parttime basis I should still seek a letter of reccomendation based upon the theory that although I was not a good fit for that particular company, I can still be marketed as a good fit for another company. My other friend, another professional and a manager at that , told me that I should let by-gones be by-gones based upon the theory that if someone puts the time and energy to get rid of someone then then why would they want to promote that person and make that person another person's headache. I kind of feel as though, I really do not have much to lose. Although I was only at this place for three months it was an advertising agency and the mere fact that I was able to get my foot in the door was a credit to me . Still a good person.

Answer 1

I think that you have your answer: "the mere fact that I was able to get my foot in the door was a credit to me"

Any prospective employer can confirm your employment at the old company without a letter of recommendation. Unless you were terminated for reasons beyond your control, I would not go after that letter. Three months, part-time - skip it.

As well, another company has little interest in what you did for someone else unless it was so remarkable that everyone is seeking to hire you. If it's not a feather, don't put it in your cap.

Answer 2

Yes should listen to the first friend. You may not be what they wanted or expected on the job to which you were let go from. But there is always a silver lining in the job market, you can put a spin on acquiring a new job. I would seek a letter of recommendation and search for a new job on that basis. Don't be a bully about it but let people know that you mean business, this is so you are not just dismissed on the way side. Once you have your foot in the door don't let it close, use what you can when you can, and you can use this! Good luck to you.

Answer 3

3 months is not time enough to even really get a recommendation. When you put this down on your resume and then put, letter of recommendation available upon request. My first instinct is if the guy I'm getting ready to review in a line of candidates has a reference from someone from so little time put in, he/she must be desperate. Most companies can let you go these days and it seems if they say you are not qualified for their company, then they mean it. I was in training in upstate New York with an "ungrateful" telephone company. And after a test we all had to take to see how we were doing, I was told I was not a candidate for their company. Of course I was miffed, and a bit shockec, but when I asked if I could see my test, they stated it was company material. To say the least I was escorted out of the building. I have never put them down on a resume to this day. And I would suggest you do the same. If you are asked what was your lapse in employment, tell them you were searching out career moves. But do not tie to the unemployment office if you go there go get benfits. Be honest. Good Luck. Just keep moving on and don't give up.

Answer 4

Go to the Unemployment Office. You never know, you may get a check and they can find you another job. Most companies have to give a reference if you use them on an application. They really not supposed to say more than you worked there, but, we never know what said behind "Closed Doors".

Answer 5

I say bygones about the letter of recommendation. I have gotten calls from potential employers of past employees and have always been honest about that person's work ethic. I would put them down on your employment history, put reason for leaving as 'temporary employment' and leave it at that. Good luck, and hope your next job goes better.

Answer 6

Great diatribe! Are you always this self absorbed? Good luck finding a job where they will hang on your every word. Really don't mean to be unkind, but trying to figure out where you were going was really tedious. Suggest you work on your communication skills. It WILL help at the next job. Best of luck.

Answer 7

Maybe you should speak to your boss about any suggestions he could give you for the future. Then ask him if he would be willing to write you a letter of recommendation. Study his reaction to determine whether the letter would be positive or negative.

Answer 8

I say put on your shoes and thinking cap and get out there! You can possibly start your own business. Stop trying to live up to someone else's standards! Set your own goals and be your own boss. (Second to God)

By the way, God may have something much better for you

Answer 9

don't rely on that one just find a new job and put that 1 as a reference on ur resume.

Answer 10

i say move on don't aske the former for a thing just forget that you even worked there and find a new gig