Showing posts with label Fired. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fired. Show all posts
9/2/11
What to Put on Your Resume If You Were Fired From Your Last Job?
If you have been through one of the worst phase of your life of getting terminated from a job, then you surely need some guidelines to guide you to write your resume once again. It becomes a bit difficult to mention in your resume of you being jobless for a long time because of termination. There are certain ways to handle this, with the help of some professional resume writing tips. There are several websites displaying some of the best tips on resume writing. You can check online, consult some expert or go to a career counselor as well. Here we give you few tips to help you gain your confidence back and write your resume error free again:
? Recent layoff: As you may be aware of the fact that our company (XYZ) has announced business restructuring initiative. My position was purged; hence, I am available for quick recruitment. My initial interest is to know more and understand about the company and decide, whether my experience can benefit you or not.
? Forthcoming Layoff: I have enjoyed the position serving the respected organization, but as the company is undergoing a restructuring I may be able to enjoy my work till the end of this year. I will be obliged to work with you if my skill sets meet your needs. I would like to speak on the same about any possible employment match.
? Layoff survivor till date: Till date my experience with (the company's name) is been a memorable one but unfortunately, my term with this organization is coming to an end as the company is undergoing a restructuring. I achieved a reputation of hardworking, dedication, focused along with optimistic attitude and ethics. Though my profile was never on the layoff side, but due to some unavoidable circumstances, the employer (name) had to complete a major reduction. At this stage of my career, I am searching for such opportunities that can utilize my skills in the best possible way and take my career to a good level.
In case you are fired, avoid mentioning it as many times in order to be very true to yourself and employer, many people commit mistakes of mentioning it in the resume. It is a better idea to tell the employer during the interview. Whatever may be the reason for the termination; maybe you were on the right side, still don't disclose it in your resume. Therefore, you will need some professional advice, maybe from a resume writing guide, to rewrite your resume, if fired. Don't hesitate to tell, as many a times the confidence of the person goes down extremely in such cases. Thus, to avoid this, follow some professional resume writing tips that will help you to join the work force again.
Create an Effective Resume Even If You Were Fired
People get fired from the job for various reasons. However, to a potential new employer it may leave an unfavorable connotation on the candidate.
If you find yourself in such a situation, you may have a number of questions concerning how to address the adverse reactions a potential employer may pose. You may have questions, such as:
How do I impress an employer given I was fired from my last job?Do I include the job on my resume?How should I answer when asked the reason for departing my previous job?Understandably, there are many questions on your mind. And yet, there are ways to be truthful in answering the questions your potential new employer may have for you, along with tips to make such a situation feel a little less threatening.
Essentially, before updating your resume for the next job opportunity, think about:
Is the experience from your last position relevant to the one you are applying for?
If there is little to no relevance between the positions, you do not have to showcase it on your resume. The hiring company is primarily interested in relevant experience and skills you can bring to their company. You may be able to break your resume into Relevant Experience and Other Experience sections.
How long were you in the position?
If you were in the position for only a few months, it may not be necessary to mention it on your resume. Determine if the gap of unemployment, should you choose not to include it, would be cause for concern by an employer. In today's market, it's not a surprise to see some candidates unemployed for a year before finding a new job.
How severe was the cause for firing?
Were you laid off due to lack of performance or conditions outside of your control? If the latter, then you should put on the resume the reason such as "Major Downsizing", "Company Relocated" or "Management Reorganization" all of which indicate that the termination was not due to your performance.
If the reason you were terminated was due to a minor issue that can be easily explained and seen from your point of view by a potential employer, than including the position on your resume should not be a concern. Be honest with yourself and think through your response to a potential interviewer.
Your answers to the questions above will tell you whether it is appropriate to include the job on your resume. If it is included, consider the following to help you through the application and interview process.
List the job on your resume to showcase your achievements and accomplishments.
Your mission is to get your foot in the door for an interview and to make an outstanding impression. You do not need to bring up that you were laid off from your last job on paper, especially if you were there for a few years. If necessary, you will have the opportunity during an interview to explain further details.
Don't insult your past employer.
Even if you were fired and have bitter feelings toward your former boss or coworkers, this is not the time or place to reveal it. It is seen as unprofessional and leads to questions that focus on negative aspects. So, even if the interviewer wasn't planning on asking you the reason for leaving, you may have just brought it upon yourself.
Don't lie about your employment.
If asked, you need to address the question truthfully, but keep it brief regarding the reason for your departure and move on to more positive points. At least you now have your foot in the door and have a greater advantage to explaining the reason for departure in a more positive light. You can also use it to your advantage to reinforce points of achievements and accomplishments that may apply for the job. Remember that companies do check references and background information. Any candidate caught lying is grounds for dismissal.
Pull together your references.
Gather people you worked with on the job as references, whether it's coworkers, clients or vendors. Individuals who worked with you on the job and who can speak positively about your work can help effectively rid any negative connotations associated with being fired. In this instance, it makes sense to include references with your resume, especially written recommendations.
Reformat your resume to focus on function rather than chronology.
This is a last resort option. Functional resumes typically are not used since it lacks detail on dates of employment - information most employers want to know. A functional resume focuses on grouping specific skills and experiences together as the highlight of the resume. This type of format is also appropriate to use for the career changer and those with gaps in employment history that are due to other pursuits, such as education or family.
Being fired means you have an additional hurdle to overcome to find a new job, but it is not unsurmountable. It's all in the way you handle yourself in addressing the matter if the subject comes up. Remain positive, address any concerns succinctly and honestly and then move on to the more positive highlights.
Don Goodman, President of About Jobs ( http://www.gotthejob.com/ ) is a nationally recognized Career Coach and Resume Writer. A graduate of the Wharton School of Business and Stanford University's Executive Program, Don has helped thousands of people secure their next job. Read his blog at www.GotTheJob.com/blog/ or contact him at 800-909-0109 or by e-mail at dgoodman@GotTheJob.com.
7/6/11
What To Write In Your Resume If You Have Been Fired From Your Last Job
Nobody likes getting fired. But it can happen to the best of us. Maybe it's the economy, or because of new management. But now you have to move on and get another job. And here's the tricky part - what to write in your resume if you've been fired from your last job?
Your resume, cover letter, application form, every document that has to do with your job application should be positive. There should NOT be any mention of you getting fired from the last job. However, there might be instances where you have to talk about it, like:
Job Application Form
Usually job application forms have a separate section to list your previous work history. It's best to concentrate on your responsibilities for the past jobs you've had. If there is a definite need to enter the reasons for leaving previous job position, simply mention "terminated", or "job ended". You can even mention "would like to discuss in person".
Never lie, because any lies you feed to your prospective employer through your job application can form the grounds of termination in the future. So stay away from lies.
Interview
The best way to prepare for an interview when you've been fired from your last job is to practice your responses to possible questions regarding the termination of your last job.
You know best why you were fired. So it's up to you to decide what to say, whether you choose to stick to the naked truth, or maybe disguise some of the details. But again, never lie. Here are some sample reasons you can cite as the reason for leaving your previous job:
Corporate downsizing due to economy - need I say more?
Low job satisfaction - You weren't happy with your last job.
Unclear - You're still unclear what went wrong.
Never play the blame game. Never bad mouth or gossip about your boss or colleagues from your last job during your interview. You'll simply be projecting a bad image of yourself with this behavior. And you definitely don't want that to happen, right? So stick to your story, and highlight your skills which match the job description at hand, to land the job you want.
To know more about how to land your dream job and master interview skills, contact me now. You can also read about resume writing in my blog at http://www.anksimage.com/blog/.
6/23/11
What To Write In Your Resume If You Have Been Fired From Your Last Job
Nobody likes getting fired. But it can happen to the best of us. Maybe it's the economy, or because of new management. But now you have to move on and get another job. And here's the tricky part - what to write in your resume if you've been fired from your last job?
Your resume, cover letter, application form, every document that has to do with your job application should be positive. There should NOT be any mention of you getting fired from the last job. However, there might be instances where you have to talk about it, like:
Job Application Form
Usually job application forms have a separate section to list your previous work history. It's best to concentrate on your responsibilities for the past jobs you've had. If there is a definite need to enter the reasons for leaving previous job position, simply mention "terminated", or "job ended". You can even mention "would like to discuss in person".
Never lie, because any lies you feed to your prospective employer through your job application can form the grounds of termination in the future. So stay away from lies.
Interview
The best way to prepare for an interview when you've been fired from your last job is to practice your responses to possible questions regarding the termination of your last job.
You know best why you were fired. So it's up to you to decide what to say, whether you choose to stick to the naked truth, or maybe disguise some of the details. But again, never lie. Here are some sample reasons you can cite as the reason for leaving your previous job:
Corporate downsizing due to economy - need I say more?
Low job satisfaction - You weren't happy with your last job.
Unclear - You're still unclear what went wrong.
Never play the blame game. Never bad mouth or gossip about your boss or colleagues from your last job during your interview. You'll simply be projecting a bad image of yourself with this behavior. And you definitely don't want that to happen, right? So stick to your story, and highlight your skills which match the job description at hand, to land the job you want.
To know more about how to land your dream job and master interview skills, contact me now. You can also read about resume writing in my blog at http://www.anksimage.com/blog/.
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