I've been out of work for 5 years, been self employed. What should I tell an employer that wants to hire me
103738
I'm in the same boat. I tell an employer that being self employed means that I have to spend too much time looking for clients and not enough time doing the work that I love to do.
856029
Make sure you have a good resume sent in with your application, and have a cover letter to go with your resume, some employers won't even bother looking if your resume doesn't have a cover letter. Also past employment plays a big part. As a general rule you should have been at your previous job for at least two years if you want to make a good impression. And the biggest factor of all is the people you know. If you don't have any connections with anyone at the company your trying to get on with don't hold your breath!
163056
Just tell the interviewer that you felt that your last job didn't bring out your full potential. That your skills were not fully utilized by that job. You would like to land on a job that will enhance your skills and capabilities, a job that will really bring out the best in you.
1139174
YES! Ask 2 questions while you're there to your interviewer! Question 1, " How did you start working here?" . Question 2, " Where do you see this business in 5 years?" \n I was told by 2 different interviewers that this is really good! Good luck, partner!
1093706
you don't have to go or look up anything.  just call 1-800-300-5616.  press the right keypads to help you start the "file a new claim" menu.  it's pretty self-explanatory if you just listen and it is communicated with very simple terms and comprehension.  you will need to have ready ahead of time a couple of things in front of you before you dial.  you need your soc. sec. #. ; name, address, phone number, and your occupation of your last employer.  you will be eligible for benefits, only if you are a state or private school employee that has been laid off for seasonal or government funding; an ex-employee of a government or county agency, have been injured on or off the job, and are unable to return to that same position ever again due to this injury, and or you got fired, legitimately, or not.  with this latter reason, your employer has a right to deny and contest your eligibility, but don't stand for that!   file an "appeal of claim" form that you may also request over the phone, and the e.d.d. will mail it to your.  the committee that reviews these does sometimes decide in favor of the person appealing and filing the claim.  \n\nthe e.d.d. person that you finally get to talk to on the other end will explain the rest of the proceduire and steps (receiving, signing,and returning your claim form, keeping your telephone interview, etc.).   \n\nfinally, be patient!  the initial process takes some time!! and there is nothing you can do about it!  go with the flow!\n\nGOOD LUCK!!
1006585
I think a staffing firm would be your best bet at your point. For some odd reason this happens to everyone. I can remember being over qualified for certain positions that I applied for and would never get a call back . You may want to take a look at your resume and make sure it fits and sells yourself properly. I decided to change career paths because the business end of the deal doesnt really get you anywhere these days.
470087
call the company you worked for. they should be willing to do that for you.
1089045
If you are self employed only then you need tax returns for the loan.You can ask the tax office for a copy of your old records. If you haven't paid the tax then you may get a fake tax return from a tax agent(May be $500). Or you can look for a loan called NO DOC OR LOW DOC.\nIf you work for somebody , you need your pay slips, and employement letter stating your gross income and net income.
1160787
No, you are dealing with the government, go and fill out their darn form. during the interview, explain to the person how you have been looking for work as well as the job , date and time you sent an application, it would help if you had had an interview and was turned down.
296628
Well if they are going to contact your employers then theres not a lot you can do. Maybe telling them that they are going to call might help and then just hope that you worked hard enough to get a good reference.
496491
you have no choice but to put the truth on your application. when your interview comes, be honest about your last job without saying anything to trash your former employer. if they call and he trashes you, you'll never know what he said and the new employer will never tell you the reason for the decline.\nthe point is you can't just give up the effort altogether because you're afraid of what he MIGHT say. your other choices are to lie on your application and risk being caught. you might even be hired before you're caught then you really screw yourself for the next job you try out for. \nlastly, you can avoid work altogether and tremble in your room with no paycheck. \nno matter which way you go, good luck.
776944
Why do you think that?   The only way to know for sure is to ask the employer that didn't hire you, if he called the old employer for a reference and got a bad one.  If that's the case then you will have to leave that employer off your resume'.  That will also cause a problem because the new employer will want to know where you worked before.  Sorry  it's a bad situation.\n\nCappy,  you CANNOT file suit just because a former employer gives you a bad reference.  Maybe you were a bad employee.
708827
I would just wait.  For one your current employer can't fire you because you're looking for new employment.\n\nPersonally, if I were the one doing the hiring, I wouldn't devulge any information about when you would be working.  I would tell them that they need to speak with you.
1057759
Find out everything you can about the company. In interviews they like to ask questions to see what you know about them. Think about the questions they ask for a few seconds and don't answer them right off the top of your head. If you can go by and see how the current employees are dressed and gear your outfit towards that. Don't wear perfume. Be able to list your top 3 strenghts and weaknesses. They will probably ask why you think you are the best candidate for the position, so be prepared to sell them on why they should hire you. Being a secretary requires that you have good people skills and can deal with all types of personalities. The one question I hate is when they ask "Where do you see your self in 5 years?" Know what you put on your resume because they will ask questions regarding what you put down and ask you to describe what you've done in the past. Be professional.
923925
Whatever you do, do not blame your former employer for ANYTHING. That is a big turnoff to prospective employers. Simply say that you are looking for a different direction for your career and are seeking opportunities for advancement. Tell them that you like the kind of work for which you are applying, and are looking forward to making that your life's work. DON'T LIE ABOUT ANYTHING. good luck to you.
65060
You have a few options at hand.  The first thing I would do is have someone you trust but your old company doesnt know call and do an inquiry on you as if they were checking your references.  This way you can find out what is being said.  If they are saying anything other than your date of hire, and basic info you can sue them for slander.  The next thing you need to do is check how you are listing them on your applications.  Are you putting down the reason for discharge?  If so, stop. Put down TBD (to be discussed).  Then, when you go for an interview, fudge the truth a bit.  Tell the prospective employer that you were getting harrassed and that they fired you unjustfully for that without a full investigation.  That will hit their soft spot and help you get in easier.  NEVER tell an employer you got fired for attendance problems.  BIG no no.  You can also try some of the temp agencies.  They are good for getting your foot back in the doors.  Best of luck to you.
152055
You probably can't, but a good personnel person will still hire you if you are otherwise qualified. Especially if you can give a reasonable explanation as to why you were fired from your old job.