Is it possible to not get hired by a new job because of a old job? Like can a new job find out what happened at your old job and denied you because of your past job? I only ask because I think that is what's happening with me and my husband.

Most of the companies I worked for are no longer in business. People I know and I worked for, including managers, will not give references because of HR issues. I was told hiring managers look for references. How can I get references in this situation? Any suggestions?

I have a question for you all.

How do I prepare a resume when I havent worked in years due to disability. I can put down past jobs but I have no professional references because all supervisors have retired and I have no way to contact them. What do I do? Please help.

Thank you

Hi, I signed up with one company today which is about 45 minutes away from where I live. I was told that the other job has asked a reference about me which is closer to home. Now I may have to choose. The one that’s further away could lead to a long term position in the fall with great benefits such as summers off and the other would be less pay and no summers off. Any suggestions?

Actually, YES they can!: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/can-an-employer-say-you-were-fired-2059537

Ok... but what if they fired you in person but on your separation letter it's say you quit but you got fired..But now you work back for the same people who fired you at first time....But once you quit or get fired you can't work for the city of Memphis no more so I'm lost....

Hi my fellow jobcaser's ,i need help with this .How can i get a professional reference ,or who can refer me other than past employers .As most times employers asking for professional one's ,and i dont want to ask previous employer.

How can i get one ? Help please....

Hi my fellow jobacasers,so this is the issue i have and need help with.Whenever you go to apply for job they may ask for references ,most of the time its professional one's.

That's my issue!.As i dont want to ask previous employer for it,as sometimes you may left the job to get better benifits or such.

My point is ,how do i get a professional reference?As am on job hunting ,and they asking for that.. Help please..

I'm wanting to get a job laborer or helper fire watch start low come up I went got my ISTC and firewatch badge but no one will give me a chance cause i dont got connections

Letters of recommendation can make or break your ability to get hired. That said, there are several things you can do to help ensure that good references follow your employment trail and are accessible to potential employers. A recommendation letter is one way to do that.

Identify the right references If you have no work history - use personal reference. Teachers, counselors, TAs, or coaches could make strong personal references. Don't forget to ask them first.

Always ask for permission, never assume they'll say yes They may feel uncomfortable or put on the spot. Some companies have policies that prohibit their employees from saying anything but a confirmation of your employment and the dates of your employment.

Help them out Sometimes people can be busy or distracted or forgetful and it's helpful for them to have a list in front of them when they write or talk about you. If they disagree with something you put on the list, they can always leave it out. ( List of your skills, accomplishments and or character traits)

Conduct an exit interview The exit interview will be a good opportunity to go over the company's expectations and how they were met or exceeded your accomplishments. This way leave on a good note and their memory of you will be a positive lasting one.

Don't burn any bridges upon leaving I have done this once and I don't recommend it. Never, complain about any individual or incident, make sure that you make any suggestions positive in tone and content.

You don't need to add references available up request on your resume or cover letter. Employers know they can ask for them.

Keep in touch If you worked for a company that refuses to give a reference because it's against company policy, no worry. It's often possible to contact an employee after they've left a company and get a reference from them. It helps to keep in touch with a former boss or colleagues so you know where and how to reach them.

Keep a list of 4 or 5 references handy so they can quickly be accessible to a prospective employer Their name Their position ( current position) The company (and their current company, if they have left) Their professional relationship to you (ex. Supervisor, Former Boss, Colleague) Their contact information -email and phone

So go ahead and ask for that recommendation letter and nail that job interview!