My old boss had this genius idea that resulted in me coming to his company to do R&D, which was turning out to be quite successful during the pilot tests. Despite this, his revenue over the last year slumped, so wallah -- I got laid off...
This looks TERRIBLE on my resume, despite the fact that in reality I was successful...not him.
2007-03-08 11:31:44 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes, every time I mention the fact I got laid off there is the pause of almost dramatic proportions -- shock, horror -- god forbid we should hire someone of THIS caliber !!!
Obviously, us layoffees are of the lowest caliber and breed, therefore we must be taught a lesson...
2007-03-16 01:45:58 · update #1
Explain this to the interviewer--he or she can call your former boss to verify the details. I think you have a great chance of getting the job, and that it is not 'terrible' to be laid off due to financial conditions at a former job. Good luck :)
2007-03-08 11:35:43 · answer #1 · answered by Holiday Magic 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would need a little bit more information to give the best possible answer, however, here's my stab at it:
When asked why you left your last job, you should confidently and honestly state that you were laid off because the organization could no longer afford to fund your position.
This should not make or break your resume! If it does, the issue may be with how you have worded it on paper. Take a second look at it.
2007-03-14 10:28:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay away from bad mouthing the former employer. Just list on the application as the reason for leaving "Downsized" or "Laid off due to financial reasons." Bad mouthing former bosses or owners make you seem small and whiny to an interviewer. Not uncommon for people to be laid off because companies are having financial problems these days.
2007-03-08 12:06:09 · answer #3 · answered by hr4me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Regardless of what actually happened, bad-mouthing your former boss during an interview is an absolutely guaranteed way to avoid getting hired... good luck with that!
2007-03-08 11:36:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need to tell them you got laid off. Do not bring it up unless they ask. If, and when they do, say that the company no longer exists. Do not offer up anymore information than what they ask for.
2007-03-16 11:42:34 · answer #5 · answered by kmf77 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As you are in the R& D field I am sure that this is not too uncommon - you are bringing new products to the market.
Emphasise your work in bringing the product to the pilot tests. That is where your responsibility stop surely?
Don't be disparaging about your old company.
2007-03-08 11:36:48 · answer #6 · answered by Biz Guru 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the others - be honest, NEVER badmouth your boss (not even with a wink-wink... body language is just as telling)... be professional.
Getting downsized, rightsized, outsourced etc. is common. Failing businesses is common.
Most bosses should understand that it isn't your fault (what do you think happened to the others that are interviewing?).
2007-03-08 11:45:24 · answer #7 · answered by JibberJobber.com 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't tell your interviewer nothing. Just tell them you got laid off cause the company was "right sizing". Best of luck to you.
2007-03-08 11:36:43 · answer #8 · answered by cajunrescuemedic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Potential employers are limited as to the type of questions they are allowed to ask you and that may not be one of them. Do not put it on your resume.
2007-03-15 14:42:41 · answer #9 · answered by solotrovo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see the problem. It was your boss' failure not yours. You were a mere employee. Any employer worthy of you as an employee will understand and see that.
2007-03-08 11:37:11 · answer #10 · answered by OrangeCharlie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋