cringing as I heard a former employer give an absolutely glowing reference for a person who was an absolute nightmare to work with – downright nasty, seething with resentment, not willing to learn the tasks required of the position, just a nightmare of person to work with – for fear of a lawsuit.
The company policy later became, they would only verify the dates a former employee worked for them. Can you imagine, working like a dog for someone for a number of years, being let go for lack of work, then knowing that your ex-employer would only verify your date of hire and last day of work?
While I have always worked very hard in each job situation, my boss has not always been appreciative of my contributions. As such, I prefer that some of my prior employers only verify work dates. I would not want some prior bosses to be able to say more. When you fill out a job application, you give your prospective employer the right to investigate any employment listed–not just with good things to say…that’s what references are for (if you’re asked for them).
cringing as I heard a former employer give an absolutely glowing reference for a person who was an absolute nightmare to work with – downright nasty, seething with resentment, not willing to learn the tasks required of the position, just a nightmare of person to work with – for fear of a lawsuit.
The company policy later became, they would only verify the dates a former employee worked for them. Can you imagine, working like a dog for someone for a number of years, being let go for lack of work, then knowing that your ex-employer would only verify your date of hire and last day of work?
While I have always worked very hard in each job situation, my boss has not always been appreciative of my contributions. As such, I prefer that some of my prior employers only verify work dates. I would not want some prior bosses to be able to say more. When you fill out a job application, you give your prospective employer the right to investigate any employment listed–not just with good things to say…that’s what references are for (if you’re asked for them).