Well, how to start.... I got these job cause a friend referred me. So I applied and got the job. My first day was on a Friday and yeah I liked it. It was kind of chili; specially cause it was my first time working in a freezer. Well I went back the next week I was told I would go in at 12:00 pm but there was no out time till everything was finished. I said ok I need the job. Well there was this pregnant lady who I didn't knew I was going to take her spot. So she worked till Thursday and I said ok well the job ain't hard. Friday comes I went in to work at 5:00 am and well I was doing my own thing about the job. I ask alot of ? When intere

Some of us have had the opportunity to work with some really wonderful people throughout our jobs/careers. These are the people that have been in the trenches with us day in and day out whether it be a manager or a teammate, or a teacher if just coming out of school. These are the people that we’ve been side by side with when things have been tough, and that you’ve celebrated the wins with. They’re the ones that you always could rely on to cover your shifts, and not just because you covered theirs. Or as managers/teachers, they provided you with the support and encouragement you needed to be successful. But most importantly, they are the people that can speak to your hard work, the quality if your work, your dedication, and all of your other positive working attributes. So when a potential employer asks you for references, these are the people to think of immediately or to have an ongoing list of. On this list, try to have as many prior managers/supervisors as possible, but it’s ok to have teammates that can speak to your performance and work ethic just as well (but maybe refrain from having your “best friend”). Your references should be able to present your best side to a potential employer. And before you send the names over to your potential next employer, make sure that you have given your references the heads up that they may receive a call. As someone that has checked hundreds of references, it can be very frustrating to surprise someone with a reference call or play an endless game of phone tag. Good luck out there!

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It’s the question that can make your palms sweat when filling out a job application. Does it have to be so hard to answer? Maybe, maybe not depending on the situation, but you should be prepared for this question as it ALWAYS comes up. And while you might have had an issue at a present or past employer that may or may not have been your fault in your own opinion, you unfortunately still have to take ownership for it. Just keep in mind that while defamation is illegal, it’s not actually defamation if they’re being honest. But if you’re finding that a former or present employer is intentionally lying, then you may have the opportunity to look into taking legal steps. But here is how you can check “No” in an acceptable manner! It’s ok to check “No” as long as there is a space for explanation. Your explanation could easily be “Still currently employed”, or even “Currently employed, please check with me first”. And if there is no space for explanation, check “Yes” but have a reference other than your direct line manager that can give a credible reference for you. At the end of the day,checking “No” without an explanation could raise a major red flag that you want to avoid altogether.

I’d definitely like to hear some of your stories around this so please feel free to share (let’s keep it as positive as possible)!

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I have an old manager who didn't like me from PetSmart because I cared about customers pets more than making a quick buck (i was a dog groomer) . I had to relocate to a different state and I tried to transfer but the closest stores had no positions available . So had to put in my two week notice. Since then (December ) I have applied at so many places... recently within maybe the last month I have put in approximately 25 apps. I have found out from a different manager that I worked with that the other manager has recieved a few calls about me. (He is not a manager that is supposed to be involved in transfers and employment processes i know this from my old DM) Well I have not gotten one call back. I don't know what he says to them but I don't know what to do. If I don't put PetSmart on my applications then it will be like I have no experience . I worked there for 3 years and it is the most customer service I have ever had. If I put PetSmart down then I am gambling on if they call PetSmart or not. Any advice? I am just starting to feel like I won't ever get anything all because he chooses certain people in the salon to hate. ( I am not the first one) ..

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I have worked for a few temp agencies and most if not all my managers and supervisors have moved on to other positions elsewhere, or the businesses have closed and I did not keep in contact with the co workers...What do I when asked for references?

One of my old managers called to let me know that someone from a company I recently interviewed with called her to check my references. What should I expect? Is this a good sign? Excited but still trying not to get my hopes up to high and set myself up for a crash landing if this job doesn’t work out. Time to “let go and let God”! Wish me luck.

Had an argument with a co-worker and she told me to F*** myself and walked off, I went to ask her what did she say, Long story short Company Terminated me because they said I was the aggressive one, question I have is what can they say when they are called for reference

I went on an interview last week and lasted for good hour. After the interview was over, the employer ask for references to give to him. Is that a good sign? I haven't heard back. Looking to get a foot in the door in cyber security.