tell me how to word this on a resume?

Question

i was let go at my job for leaving some information out of a document (even though people do it all the time). they said they would give me my job back in a few weeks but it has been 6 weeks instead with no contact from them and i called them about it all the time, so i got the hint that i need a new job. so im wondering what to put at my reason for leaving. its been a long time since i have written a resume or an application.

i was there for 2 1/2 years

also, they told me to pay them $50 to get an higher up to re evaluate the situation and thats who they said would hire me back. so i paid the $50 for my job back...

Answer 1

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Babygirl, real simple.
By law, the employer can't give a reason WHY you were terminated.

The ONLY question, I believe they can ask now - is if you are eligible for rehire - which they must answer "yes" or "no".

I used to get those calls all the time - I was a Manager of Technical Support Dept here in Dallas, Tx - so, I know the role.
You can put on there that you made a mistake about filing documents (or something to that effect) and with the "no tolerance" policy, it was a short leash for errors.
Remember, Texas is a "Right-to-work" state - which means you can be terminated without just cause.
The new employer will understand that.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Babygirl,

What you do is you call your former employer and agree on what reason is to be given

People get fired all the time. What happened to you is nothing unusual. In better than 80% of the time, it's one of two cases. Either something went terribly wrong and although mistakes were made on both side, management too, someone's head has to roll for it and it's usually the employee. The other case is it's political. You didn't get along with someone, usually a manager, and you have to go. In less than 20% of the time it's because the employee did something SERISOULY wrong, i.e. something illegal or in gross violation of company policy or they were simply imcompetent. You sound like the better than 80%. That's good because in this case it doesn't mean they won't still give you a reference.

There are two things management fears when an employee is fired. The first is that they will get angry and go ballistic but you're past that one. The other is legal action. Legal action is a nightmare for an employer and it's more than just the financial cost (settlement + legal fees) It's the HASSLE!! it's time consuming, distracts from their regular duties and it's ROYAL PAIN!! No company wants a wrongful dismissal suit (trust me!)

Here's what you do. You call someone important at the company and say, "Hi, it's Listen, I know my job is over at your company and I'm not asking to come back. But now that I'm unemployed, I need to find a new job. Is there anyway I can get a reference?" WOW!! They will read between the lines and realize that you are not going to sue them in exchange for a reference! No one gets for a reference from an employer then turns around and sues them! They will gladly jump at that offer! In fact, they will probably give you a very GOOD reference! Hey, you don't work them anymore (you said that!) so why should they prevent you from getting a job somewhere else? A verbal reference costs them nothing and it prevents you from suing them! You'll me amazed at what wonderful things they will say about you!! It'll make you wonder why they ever fired you in the first place! Just make sure you both agree on the reason(s) and state that in yoru resume and in the interview. If a potential employer calls the former employer, they will back it up exactly! Problem solved!

Best,
-- Liam

Answer 3

Since a resume should be short and succinct, there's no real demand that you put a reason for leaving each previous place of employment. Personally, I would save that for the job interviews, where it can be explained in more detail and in a more flattering light. Then, if you are specifically asked about the reason you are no longer at your previous employer, you should be as truthful as you can while also trying to explain the situation to your best advantage. You don't want to explain to a future employer what you've explained here that "people did what you did all the time," because it sounds like you are failing to take responsibility for your own mistakes. If there's no way around it, explain that you were terminated due to a job-related mistake, and explain in detail what the mistake was without shifting blame, then explain what you have done as far as personal development to ensure that you would not make the same mistake for the new company. If you KNOW that the other company will not list your termination as being "fired," then you can come up with a personal reason for leaving, such as wanting to pursue other career options, looking for an opportunity to advance, etc.

Answer 4

I suggest you avoid filling out an application all together, for starters. Always use a resume, if possible. On your resume do not state why you left a position. Nine times out of ten during the interview process, the interviewer will ask. State as to why you left during that time...not before then. A potential employer has the ability to not consider your resume; therefore, not call you for an interview if you state that you were fired from a previous position. If you would like to contact me feel free to send me an email. I have a home-based business preparing resume, cover letters, taxes, etc. I am sure I can of assistance to you.

Answer 5

You have two options...write your resume excluding this last position. Even though thats why you got fired in the first place, but with a new job...they dont have to know that you worked at that place before them. Or if you must include it, you could say: "Due to unsubstantial information on my previous application for employment, I was asked to take a leave of absence until further notice. During which time, I am seeking employment elsewhere."