I recently quit my job because my boss and I do not get along at all. This was the only job I have ever had, I'm about to go job hunting. Problem is...I have no references to list since my boss will talk bad about me. Who should I put as my references if I have no other previous employers?
2007-05-25 13:52:58 · 10 answers · asked by Neiner_Weiner 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It depends on why you did not get along. If you were reliable, showed up on time and completed assignments, your ex-boss is required to state that. Your ex-boss can only talk bad about you if you were a bad employee. If the ex-boss makes untrue claims, sue them. Have a friend call as a potential employer and see what is said. Go from there.
2007-05-30 18:09:44 · answer #1 · answered by whome 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some company will ask about your reference with your last job, because they want to find out your experience working there? Since you and your boss not getting alone, but the new company you apply with will not make a decision because your boss my say bad about you, they will ask your boss about you what ever your boss say will not going to impact them at all. They will make a decision on how well you perform your work, did you come in on time, and a good worker. Most company will ask for 3 references so if you only got 1 you will add 2 more of your personal friends that will say good about you. Just don't worry about your old boss, you might not get alone but it doesn't mean he/she will say bad about you.
2007-05-29 20:19:46 · answer #2 · answered by KT 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can put your professors / lecturers from college / university or senior people in your field, who know you well as your references, if your boss is not the right choice. Other senior colleague from the same company can also be put as reference. As a last resort, apply as a fresher. Forget about previous experience.
2007-06-01 16:52:44 · answer #3 · answered by Brave 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to take alot of crap to work here. You cannot pick and choose and I have bit my tongue off several times, because I needed the job. You won't keep any job going at it the way you have been doing. Go to school and get some kind of certificate. You can't live and be lazy. You have to go for it whatever it takes. You must not be very old, but you will learn!
2007-06-02 10:06:17 · answer #4 · answered by cprucka 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many individuals have been in your circumstances. Many individuals choose never to use their supervisors, directors, bosses as future References (especially when they still work there).
How about co-workers, friends, teachers, aunts & uncles who will claim to have worked with you somewhere...there's places that go out of business everyday that cannot be checked to see who worked there.
Or you can do what I did. 2 of my co-workers attempted to get jobs outside of our workplace & they initially put down our boss until those places told them that boss was giving them poor references (although at work they were great workers with good reviews). So that's what I told the next place is that it was suggested to me by a couple co-workers not to use her because she tends to take it personal when the workers leave and gave my co-workers negative references although they were excellent workers and were given good reviews while working at our workplace. Good Luck!!...if you're a good worker, you can use me as one Ref :-))
2007-06-02 10:36:41 · answer #5 · answered by Marie Q 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They say not to list family. But if there is a close friend list them.. Also, say if you sibling is married you should use their significant other, They would have Differ last names .. If its your first job and they ask why you quit Whatever you do dont say"Irreckinciable Differences" Bad Idea. Just say looking for a change .
2007-05-31 06:01:33 · answer #6 · answered by renea m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you aren't comfortable being a reference then tell her. You are basically speaking on her character which could in turn be a reflection on you. Just tell her, I am sorry but I am not comfortable being a reference for you as I am not familiar with your work ethic or character enough.
2016-04-01 08:36:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to put none and list personal references instead. If any of those personal references would be willing to give you a letter of reference that would be helpful.
2007-05-25 13:56:32 · answer #8 · answered by vegaswoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because we are such a litigious society, most employers only give out dates of employment and make no personal comment regarding past employees. I would consider listing that employer, explaining that the reason you left was "personality conflict." Hopefully, that would circumvent negative remarks your previous employer may make. (If he/she is that stupid - I mean, you could file a law suit).
2007-06-01 03:35:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would reveal the job, but include in the reason for leaving section, why and then a short explaination.
2007-05-31 19:31:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋