When filling out an application, it often askes for more than one past employer for a reference. The problem is, some of my past employers no longer exist (went out of business, or location closed and nobody I worked with works at the existing locations). So, when they ask for the address and phone numbers, what should I do?
2007-01-19 07:55:30 · 5 answers · asked by innocence faded 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You have to still state the names of the companies that you have worked with whether they are still in business or not. It will still prove that you have experience because you worked at these locations before they went under. In an interview state clearly what you had accomplished at these jobs but explain to them that they when out of business.
2007-01-19 08:16:25 · answer #1 · answered by RACQUEL 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have worked as a traveling nurse for several nursing homes that could not make a go. Don't list the place but if you must be honest with your employer. Jobs come and go, they will understand. Next time around ask for a reference from one of the people you work with. I have a written reference from an employer or coworker on every job I have worked. One of the bosses is the best. I also found it was good to get their home or cellular phone no. so if the place does close down or your reference move on, you can still hopefully get hold of them. Good luck!!
2007-01-19 08:30:40 · answer #2 · answered by accopr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put them down anyway. It's not YOUR fault the companies moved or went out of business.
Here's a references secret: your past employers will only verify the dates you were employed & your pay amount. Any other information (such as why you left, etc.) opens them up for litigation if you don't get the job based on their input.
2007-01-19 08:00:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
put them down anyways. most applications ask if it is ok to contact that employer. it says "if not, why?" put that it is not ok to contact them and for your reason simply say that they are out of business. if you need to explain furtherm you can do so in your interview.
2007-01-19 08:03:22 · answer #4 · answered by Breanne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it just an application you worry about or the new job you applying for?do what you have to do or what they required, show them that you're willing to do what the company policy require, in that sense they will see to it that you are the right employee they looking for. say "trustworthy"
2007-01-19 08:14:40 · answer #5 · answered by lost my thing 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋