I was temping around from 2002-2003, and then been with several companies for a year since then.
2007-03-13 07:34:14 · 11 answers · asked by CPA candidate 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
This would depend on the industry that you are in, and the types of positions you moved into. If they were basically the same position just at different companies, then yes this looks like job hunting. But if you were recruited to a position and increased your responsibilities with each position, then this could be seen in a different light. You have to look at how you have listed these on your resume.
2007-03-13 08:16:31 · answer #1 · answered by kam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably. Most employers like to see a pattern of stability. What you have to offer right now is a pattern of job hopping. Employers put a lot of time and money into training new employees. They expect to get a dedicated, loyal employee in return. With your recent work history, you can not prove to them that you can be that dedicated and loyal. I would suggest staying where you are for a while and build up a more lasting resume that shows prospective employers that you can be a stable employee as well as your qualifications.
2007-03-13 14:45:11 · answer #2 · answered by Heathen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Temping should not really hurt your chances of being hired because frequent job changes is the "name of the game." Actually I would expect temping to be a plus since you are exposed to many different working environments and people. Plus you gain experience. I did quite a bit of temp work myself. ..and it was experience at one my temp jobs that got me my current permanent position.
...but if your jumping around is on permanent positions rather than temping well...that could raise a few red flags. I think it makes them think that you will not be a good employee, plus they will question "why so many different jobs?".
2007-03-13 14:48:42 · answer #3 · answered by ModelFlyerChick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It costs a lot of money to "onboard" (hire, train, and setup) a new employee. Companies definately count job hopping against you because they want someone who will stay for a long time. However, some professions (like sales) expect high turnover so it's not such a big deal for those jobs.
2007-03-13 16:25:59 · answer #4 · answered by Chuck Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on the kind of work, it may not be a problem. Just explain that you were temping and doing contract work. You should modify your resume to emphasize your knowledge and skills, rather than organize the resume by places of employment as many candidates do.
2007-03-13 14:43:38 · answer #5 · answered by Jack Chedeville 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can hurt, yes. A company will be a bit shy of spending the time and money training you if they think you'll be flying off to somewhere else in 6 months.
2007-03-13 14:38:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to get settled down and stick it out with a company for a while and establish some history. "Job hopping" is a sign of caution to a prospective employer and may scare you off.
2007-03-13 14:53:22 · answer #7 · answered by hr4me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think that would be a problem. A company should look at the experience and not the time you've been at the job.
2007-03-13 14:38:32 · answer #8 · answered by Dama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and no... It depends why you have been company hopping. If you have continually been moving into higher positions, then you are ok. If not, then employers are going to wonder why you left.
2007-03-13 14:42:33 · answer #9 · answered by Go Bears! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it looks like you cannot get along with your employers or co-workers.
2007-03-13 14:41:29 · answer #10 · answered by csucdartgirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋