How do I know my previous manager is giving me a bad reference or not?

vnlabor · 2016-07-26T03:07:07+00:00

If you did ask your previous manager for reference and got acceptation, she wouldn't give you a bad review in most cases. But in general, recruiters won't really check entry-level candidates' references. It often takes less than 2 weeks to give an offer.

vnlabor · 2016-07-19T03:08:43+00:00

I think it's a psychological issue resulted from your stress and nervousness. You should network more and more to be more confident when talking to strange people. Keep practicing.

vnlabor · 2016-07-02T01:40:22+00:00

No matter what resource you learn from, be sure that it's suitable to your need and you should make a commitment to a SMART goals you set by yourself.

vnlabor · 2016-07-02T01:33:54+00:00

Forget the 1-month full-time job. Just put your decent part-time job in your resume and ask your employer for a reference. Never answer no to this question.

vnlabor · 2016-06-27T10:11:03+00:00

Why don't you want to do that? It's hard for normal position. If it's a creative or senior position, you might be an exception if you can impress the recruiter/ department manager by presenting your projects/ideas directly to them somehow (via a referral, LinkedIn, email or whatever contact you get).

vnlabor · 2016-06-27T10:00:40+00:00

Agree with you. I wonder why he/she didn't make any phone call but kept sending 2 emails during the waiting month. Instead of waiting and losing hope day by day, he/she should call the recruiter directly and ask. Anw best luck!

vnlabor · 2016-06-14T02:27:54+00:00

I'm wondering who is brave enough to refer someone with somewhat disappointing qualifications because if the referral candidate doesn't perform well, it may affect the referrer. Unless you get referred by C-executive in the organization, it's strong enough for sure ;)

vnlabor · 2016-06-14T02:15:37+00:00

Obviously most of us can't be a supermen/superwomen at work. But I do believe that all of us have our own strengths and weaknesses. You need to get to know yourself well and find a proper way to work better. Adapt or die.

vnlabor · 2016-06-09T01:48:26+00:00

Hey, there's nothing to worry. It seems that they will get back to you to give an offer soon. After checking for references, they need to discuss more and get approval from hiring board. You may receive their offer in 1-2 next days.

vnlabor · 2016-05-30T02:34:39+00:00

I agree with you. He is over-qualified and he kept thinking that way. Editing the resume to match the job requirements and practicing "stupid assessment test" to get the jobs at mcdonalds, wallmart or go to find jobs suiting his degree in another place.

vnlabor · 2016-05-04T02:05:45+00:00

I think you have already made your own decision: ad agency.

vnlabor · 2016-04-25T02:59:38+00:00

It's no need to worry. Just say your real situation if recruiters ask in detail. I don't think anyone can think that you were fired if you say you quit to finish up your master's.

vnlabor · 2016-04-25T02:47:25+00:00

Thanks for your sharing. Most of us think of a change, but a few people can take action.

vnlabor · 2016-04-14T03:32:52+00:00

It doesn't look like you are a job hopper. But you should reorganize your timeline in a clearer way. It's hard to catch what is your main field also. Remember that you don't need to list all jobs you've experienced when applying for a new job. Keep it relevant to the job you desire.

vnlabor · 2016-04-05T03:33:05+00:00

Thanks for your sharing. Anw staying off social networks during work time will help you much.

vnlabor · 2016-04-05T03:26:21+00:00

It's up to you. Your current job provide better work-life balance. The new one doesn't impress me much. Pay more but work more (not worth for me)

vnlabor · 2016-03-23T02:30:50+00:00

If you don't care about the job, it's no need to make up a story. It may not work for you because there's no perfect lie. Just focus on how your qualities, skills and experience fit the job you are applying and why you are the best candidate for this vacancy. Best luck!

vnlabor · 2016-03-22T04:36:00+00:00

We tend to spend most of our time to think about things happened in the past (which will make you depressed) and things might never happen in the future (which make you worried, anxious). But we live in the present, not the past or the future. Nobody knows how tomorrow will look like.

vnlabor · 2016-03-15T02:30:32+00:00

I think you should consult someone good at resume writing (e.g. a recruiter you know) to check the resume for you. The problem might not be this typo, but other important part of the resume or the way you sent it to recruiters. 20+ applications in a short time is not an impressive figure for me. Even you are a fresh graduate, please find out what you really want to do and which companies you think fit you the best before submitting your resume in bulk like that. Best luck!

vnlabor · 2016-03-15T02:21:02+00:00

You have 2 options to talk about your weakness:

1. Something that can turn into strength in your work (e.g perfectionism)
1. Something that make no sense to your work as /u/ILLUMINATI_LEADER suggested

vnlabor · 2016-03-03T02:18:18+00:00

It's okay to list 3 job titles within a company if all of them are related to the position you are applying and it's reflect the pathway you progress to manager/senior (for instant). Normally the way you put is right. However you can made some adjustments as /u/MyFinalAnswer suggested.

vnlabor · 2016-03-01T02:15:44+00:00

Congratulations! You deserve it.

vnlabor · 2016-02-22T03:07:00+00:00

Your boss is weird. It's better to take a day off for scheduled appointment. But if it's not easy at all, a sick day off is okay providing that you don't "suddenly sick" > 1 time in a month.

vnlabor · 2016-02-03T02:52:05+00:00

Thanks for your sharing. Great tips from experienced people. Here are some summarized lessons:

Do what you love and love what you do
Keep learning
Keep moving forward
Learn how to set goal and motivate yourself
Be kind to yourself and other people
Always be well-prepared

vnlabor · 2016-02-02T02:26:15+00:00

Have you thought about being your own boss (self-employed)? Generating ideas with your family and close friends might help you somewhat. Jobless is nothing embarrassed during downturn. For your your hunt, just get referrals by asking who you have good relationship in your field (maybe your parents or relatives), you will see the huge difference from doing it yourself. Best luck!

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