How do I note being fired from a job of 19 yrs. on job applications and in interviews. I am " paralized" re: job searches and MUST get going. Any advice would be welcome.

 

Having been in your spot twice in my adult life, I feel somewhat like a pro. My answer to the application question "Why did you leave this position?" was a shaded honest, "disagreement with my career objective philosophy of employer". When I got to the interview, it gave an opportunity for further discussion of my being fired - IF ASKED!. I would keep my discussion to a minimum and not too specific unless drawn out by an obvious knowledgeable (they actually talked w/my previous empolyer!) question. Then be concise, abrupt, and short with your answer by answering the precise question asked with no embellishment. This worked for me, and may for you. Of course it won't if you were fired (oh faithful employee) for "just cause". Downsizing may be a jc, but, it is not your fault. Good luck in your new career opportunity selection!

 

I agree with Spencer. But don't use the word "fired" on your application. Use "terminated". That is pretty open-ended and doesn't sound so horrific. It really depends on the reason WHY you were let go. I too, have been in that situation more than once but...today it is not as taboo as it was before. Terminations happen all the time, especially to vested employees because they get too expensive and they can hire some college kid for half the cost - so, like Spencer suggested, be honest but don't be wordy. If your termination hinders you, try using an employment agency to represent you - they are the pros in marketing your skills and they can guide you through a job search in the new millenium. Good Luck and please feel free to email me with any additional questions!

 

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Employeers today DONT tell anyone you were fired, they merely confirm you did work for them.

as a example, she worked here but was fired... WHY, She was a XXXX add in the bad thing and you DONT get the job you can sue.

Hope this helps some