OK, so something that happened 23 yrs ago is still haunting me.. be honest with a new employer?
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On applications I've seen, it usually asks about the previous 5, 7, or maybe 10 years.  If it asks if you have "ever" been convicted of a crime then you should answer honestly--or maybe just consider applying only at jobs that don't look back that far.\n\nAt the bottom of the application near the signature portion, it usually mentions that lying is perjury...another felony.\n\nIf the issue does come up at an interview, then be frank, be remorseful (hopefully that's authentic), and try to move past the question quickly.  The longer you dwell on the answer to try to soften it up, the more opportunity there is to slip up and give a worse impression about it.
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You should probably be looking to yourself for the answers. You are probably the only one that truly knows what happened, and why.\n\nIf this is about a job, the simplest solution would seem to be finding another job and avoiding the mistakes of the past. Mistakes that caused you to lose the first job - unless that's what you really wanted.\n\nIf this is about the meaning of life, I truly do not believe that anyone has the answer. There is no single answer. You decide what you get out of life and you decide what the boundaries of your life will be. If losing your job has made you reflect on greater meanings, then maybe you're already on your way to better things. \n\nRight and wrong paths only seem that way when we are on them. Until then, they are merely options. Life is a series of choices and all choices can lead to right or wrong. It is how we learn from those choices, and how we apply that knowledge, that makes future choices easier and more productive.\n\nAll I am trying to say is that a job is not going to answer all of life's questions, and neither is losing one. If your life of choice is no bigger than your present vocation, then you don't really need many answers, do you? Relax. Figure out what went wrong. Learn from the experience. Get your life back on track.\n\nBest of luck to you.
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Don't mention sexual harassment, you'll scare future employers.  Make something up like the commute was too far, or  your childs schedule changed and you need somthing new, blah, blah, something sort of vague yet relatively positive.
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It's your age.  I had the same experience when I was your age.  Of course you already know it is unlawful for employers to inquire your age, but there are other ways they can figure this out.  Your resume is the main source.  What I learned was to take all dates out of my education.  Simply stating the institutions is enough.  Second, take out all job history that doesn't pertain to the occupation you are applying for.  Thirdly, take out employment dates.  Simply list duration of time worked at each job.  Input a sentence before work history that explains the list is from most recent back.  Good Luck.
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i've had three different jobs in three different fields within a 2 year period. best thing I can tell you is if you're switching jobs in the same field, make your peace with former co-workers you LIKE and don't burn bridges. keep it professional and maybe a little goign away party might be in the works for you. if you're switching jobs and fields, expect less. don't go into it expecting you'll be running full speed straight out the gates. ease into it and take it day by day. once things pick up you'll be back to normal. and whatever you do, don't get all teary eyed when saying goodbye to people, even if you've known them forever. It just leaves a bad lasting impression.
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That depends on why you were terminated.\n\nYou don't want to lie, one because its dishonest, and two because it could come back to haunt you.\n\nIf you were terminated due to a conflict with another employee, say so.  You don't have to go into details, but it would help to make it clear that it was an isolated incident.\n\n7 years in one place shows you have some staying power.  While that it good, most employers would understand if you (or your previous employer) determined it was time to move on.\n\nYou also could state that you had hit the ceiling at that particular job, so it was time to move on.\n\nIf you were terminated for illegal action that was reported, that will quite likely come up on a background report.\n\nSo again, it comes down to why you were terminated, and it is up to you to sell that if you are hired, you wont be forcing the new employer to make the same decision down the road.
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Assuming you're staying in the same career field (and maybe even if not), be as professional as possible -- written notice in a polite and positively-worded manner, thanking your current employer for the opportunities your job has provided (if you hate it and didn't get much from it, it's OK to be very general, but you should still say it -- we all get at least a little out of every job).  Check any contractual or legal requirements, because obviously you want to comply with anything like that which may impose a certain time frame.\n\nBurning bridges might feel gratifying in the heat of the moment, but it will never do any good, and can certainly do harm to your future opportunities.  (Not sure if you were even considering this, so this is just a general comment.)\n\nWe all hear how important a first impression is, but I firmly believe a "last impression" has a huge impact as well.  If you leave a very solid last impression, it may override less positive memories a person or company may have about you.
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Sounds like you are in the clear. But try to make the move without burning bridges and make sure you express your appreciation to your current employeer.
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If they ask why you left the company, I'd be honest in the interview. Owning up to your mistakes is a sign of maturity and taking responsibility for your actions. Don't elaborate too much. Just say it as you did here. I made a mistake that resulted in an invoicing effor that cost the company about $800. Prior to that incident, my job seemed secure. I've learned from this to be more to pay more attention to details. \n\nLeave it at that unless they ask more detailed questions. Chances are, they will accept that answer and while you might have gotten points lost for being fired, you would gain points for acepting responsibility for your error.\n\nBeing fired is not an automatic death for future jobs. It is a red flag. Companies will want to know why you were fired and be reassured that you aren't a total screwup. The thing you will have to do is learn your weaknesses and watch for those in future jobs. \n\nGood Luck
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Dear Friend,\n\nHe really should have worked more carefully.  Do you think people should sue their employers over any old thing?\n\nYours in Him,\nFrancesois
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cover your a$$, cya, CYA.  If you can keep your contact with her to a minimum then by all means, do so.  Make sure that you cover all your bases when you are at the old jobsite.  See if someone else at your old company could be your point of contact.  If her complaints are general, then maybe you could talk to her supervisor and see if something could be resolved that way. If there is already a record of a problem between the two of you, then your old company should be able to restrict her from harassing you further. \n    Good luck to you.
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You acted professionally.  \n\nHad you ignored their calls to offer you a job, that would have been bad.\n\nAs long as you were polite and pointed out concrete reasons why you felt uncomfortable, you acted professionally.\n\nI had a similar situation, and was able to turn it into my current job. I was able to secure more funding and resources to fix the problems I observed during the interview. It was a win/win for everyone (well,except for the unproductie staff).
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Say something like "I am looking to expand my knowledge and skillset."\n9 out of 10 employers won't call the past boss anyways.  And if they do, they aren't SUPPOSED to ask the details of why you left.
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nobody have the time to call the former employer.HR are very busy these days.\n\nyou just say yes.
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Have you tried speaking to your old boss? Or is there someone else there that could give you a reference at your old place of work. You never know though your old boss may have misplaced it and didnt want to admit that so said they had not received it. \n\nThink you best bet is to speak to them and also try and think of another reference just in case. At least that way you dont have to worry about your new job and new start.\n\nAt least you dont have to deal with your old workplace once you have left =D\n\nAnd remember the greater the challenge, the greater the reward.\n\nHope this helps.
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contact the company you worked for--they should be helpful
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I have done research on this and the two questions that are allowable by law are:\n\n1) Verify dates of employment\n\n2) Is this individual eligible to be rehired? \n\nHowever, there are many ways to get the information needed. Everyone knows someone who knows someone, and it goes on and on. If you fudge on numbers on your resume', job history, or on an application, it can be verified and then you are seen as a risk due to being dishonest. It's always best to answer honestly!