Stuck on this problem
I don’t have any contact information to list as employment references on my applications. I’ve been out of work for a long time and my last employer went out of business years ago. The only people I can use right now are family and friends but they won’t qualify as valid references on job applications. Who else can I use?
Hi Matthew! I agree with Rosalie. Use former co-worker as references. As to the employer who went out of business, you need to include that it doesn't ping back as a false lead. (Include basic information: when you worked for them, when they went out of business, last supervisor and last known point of contact). If not family or friends, then former co-workers or supervisors or anyone else that can attest favorably about your character and work ethic.
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Hi Mathew,
How about providing a reference from an organization you are affiliated with or have done volunteer work with a non profit or your children's school or place of worship. When I am doing a background check to hire someone I am inquiring about the person's work ethic, dependability, integrity and although a place of worship can't confirm if you were good at your job, they can certainly vouch for your character. Hope this helps.
Do you know the names of.managers and employees whom you worked with or under.perhaps the owner.wit b those names as references and their contact info. Discribe your duties and thiers. Not much else .but I have been in that position a few times.
Talk to the person you interviewed with and reaffirm how much you want the job. Explain your situation and mention that you do have some former colleagues (try to find one or two using Google or old connections). If that fails, then you can ask if they will give you a chance to prove yourself with a short probation period.
Hi Mathew, This is a common problem for may of us returning to work after extended time off. Use a co-worker from your previous job if your still in contact with anyone.
Have you used a state workforce center to take workshops, complete resumes, use computers for job search? If so get to know the staff and you may be able to use them for references. Volunteer, attend job search programs, get to know the employees at the local pool, the local grocery store, your neighbors, your pastor and church members. It pays to attend church, job search programs, support groups and apartment functions. It's never to late to start meeting people and I think it will be helpful for you to begin with a brick and mortar job search program.