I just accepted a new part-time job and told my current boss that I was leaving. The problem is that when I told my current boss I was leaving to go back to school, he asked me to stay part-time but I said "No, I think I will be too busy with school". I only said no at the time becuase I don't really like the job I was at and want to work part time in another industry.
I want to know if it is normal for a new employer to call my current employer before I start my new job? I am worried that the new employer will find out that I told my current employer I was only going to be in school and I'm also worried about not being able to use my current boss as a reference if he finds out I really got another job.
2007-01-15 08:19:07 · 10 answers · asked by MyQA's 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Lots of experience from older guy. They don't get into details like that. They just want to know how long you worked there and how you did. Employers do not usually ask why you left.
If they don't check you before they hire you it's highly unlikely they will check later. Most companies don't check your references or your education.
2007-01-15 08:25:00 · answer #1 · answered by Larry62 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, you should have been honest. If you were a good worker, your boss will give you a good reference. Secondly, usually, and I mean usually, the new employer will ask if it is ok to contact your current employer. However, you say you have already accepted a position, so at this point, well, there is no point in worrying, you have a job.
2007-01-15 08:23:49 · answer #2 · answered by Mr. Goodkat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have already been hired by the "new" company chances are they will NOT call your current employer. Usually a potential employer will call your current job to get a reference BEFORE they hire you. So there is still a chance that your current employer knows you are leaving to work for someone else. But I wouldn't worry about it. SO since you gave them notice, I wouldn't worry about the worst that could happen is if you ever applied for that company again they may not hire you back.
2007-01-15 08:26:52 · answer #3 · answered by HappyGoLucky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't imagine what would prompt a current employer to contact a former employer. I think you're safe and really have nothing to worry about.
Still, if this continues to concern you I would take the initiative and tell your former emplyer that you are back to working part time. Be honest and just tell him that this opportunity arose and you felt the need to change work fields at this point in your life. I don't see how he could be upset by that. Good luck at your new job! --Andy
2007-01-15 08:27:00 · answer #4 · answered by Andy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you gave your current employer as a reference, your new employer may contact them. If not, it would not be likely. I would talk to your current employer and explain that you enjoyed working in your company and wanted to focus on school however a part time opportunity came up more related college goasl and you have decided to pursue it.
I would also ask your current employer what you can do to help your current company transistion your leaving and leave on good terms
2007-01-15 08:25:59 · answer #5 · answered by Judith B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a tricky one. Some employers usually call past employers of their new employees in order to do a check on reasons why they left and to also cross check to see if they lied on their resume. It is a possibility that your new employer could call your past employer. Be prepared. You have to be able to face your past employer if he decides to question your motives for moving on to another job. Just be frank with him and explain that you wanted to broaden your horizons and do other things.
2007-01-15 08:46:26 · answer #6 · answered by RACQUEL 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you have been offered a new position, there is no reason for a new employer to seek any information from a previous one.
2007-01-15 08:26:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
Mainly just as a formality. Bear in mind, due to recent labor laws, there is very little your previous employer is allowed to divulge to your new one. Its usually more of a verification of employment dates and wages.
2007-01-15 08:24:34 · answer #8 · answered by ADMAN_LJ 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, you fouled that one up. it is not uncommon for people to not want their contemporary company contacted. merely tell the subsequent interviewer no. they are going to comprehend. nonetheless supply them the touch concepts (tackle and contact) yet, ask that they not use it. definite, you have positioned your activity secure practices in possibility. In an proper international, they had take you aside and attempt to make you happy and want to stay. do not assume that.
2016-12-16 05:27:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think they would waste their time.
2007-01-15 08:22:29 · answer #10 · answered by CctbOh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋