| Topic Name: |
Unemployment |
| Message Name: |
Agreeing with white lie... |
| Date Posted: |
10/01/2004 |
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If there is anyone out there that has ever been terminated from a position
1)How long did it take you to find an employer willing to hire you?
2)How did you explain your termination during the interview?
I have been unemployed for over 6 months and explaining why I was terminated is getting harder and harder. The real reason: my boss and I were like oil and water and the person that replaced me has since left as well-it REALLY is my boss that's the problem. My reason during the interview: I was not the right fit for the position. This explanation is obviously not working for me. |
| Message: |
I completely agree that now is the time for a white lie. Unfortunately, termination under any condition is a turn-off for potential employers. In their eyes, a "reason" for getting fired only equates to victim mentality. I would strongly suggest coming up with a "legitimate" reason why you left the company. No one will ever know otherwise. The only problem you face now is explaining your lapse in employment. I wish I had more encouraging information, but unfortunately, you have to re-evaluate your approach. I hate to say "lie," but it is victimless and the truth of the matter is that you do what you have to do. Good luck in your search.
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