If you are fired from a job how can you get them to give a good recommendation to a possible new employer?
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.
84007
You could contact the previous employer and ask for a copy, but if that's not reasonable the IRS has a copy too, just ask them.  They've become pretty personable and easy to work with.
661573
You have no legal obligation to inform an employer that you are job hunting, but as far as being fair and professional, a lot depends on your relationship with your boss, your reasons for leaving, and whether by telling him it's possible he may make you an offer to stay that you would possibly accept.  Once you accept a new job, I would certainly give at least 2 weeks notice to your old boss and offer whatever help I could to help transition the new employee.
475699
If you tell him/her your opinion he/she will fire you... If you really want to tell them your opinion, find a new workplace first, then you can come out with your feelings about them
401294
Why would you do that?... If your new potential employer finds out, you might have difficualties. Make sure you have a good justification for it. You migh want to write a letter to your former company where you explain what you did and why, and have it signed of reception or something, that might protect you if this whole incident hinders you in the future.\n\nBest case scenario, they won't find out.
887495
I employ people, at good wages.  I get calls all the time asking for references on employees who have left my business.  The ONLY question I'm ever asked is this, "Would you employ this person again ... Or ... Is he/she eligible to be rehired?"\n\nWhen I call previous employers of my applicants I ask them the same question.  It's all I need to know.\n\nIf the last guy you worked for won't take you back I'm not going to hire you either.
1083046
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.
825527
Dont contact him or your "FIRED" :P\n\nHe is a nice guy in reality.
953142
contact the company you worked for--they should be helpful
350172
Start by being as honest as you can. Write down your experiences to make sure you have an accurate picture of what happened and to communicate the story as clearly and accurately as possible. Collect any necessary documentation, including any paperwork you have from your EAP counseling, any bad reviews or written warnings you recieved, or email documents regarding those things that you may have saved. Your employer is legally bound to give you copies of all things they have on file. Request this be sent to you via certified mail, and have those nearby when you have the initial conversation with EDD. If they do not send those to you, tell the person you speak with the date you requested copies of your file and tell tha person you have not recieved copies of the documentation. You might want to see if you can get a letter from your EAP counselor documenting your visit(s) to that person, particularly if it was because you were suffering from workplace stress. The burden of proof is on your former employer to show that you were terminated with just cause. If they did not create any paper trail (bad reviews, written warnings about your performance or absenteeism) they will have a hard time to show that you were fired with just cause. I would not mention during the phone call that you have a pending lawsuit. There may have been harassment and/or a hostile environment, but that doesn't necessarily have any bearing on your being fired, and it might make you look like you are, indeed, out to get someone, or at the very least, make some money.
779927
This is my oppionion:\nPut it in this type of format.\nfirst part \nSituation : I was fired due to blah blah (whatever happened)\nForm (don't write that just giving you an idea) Write down exactly what happened and why you responded the way you did...and with your apologizes or whatever (even if you don't feel that way) for creating any upset with the company...why you like the company etc..\nAt the bottom next paragraph put how long you have worked there...how you have done or whatever on your job and why you are an asset to the company...and that it will never happen again.\n\nGet it? gosh sorry that happened....sounds like they were a bit tough on both of you really....you should have at least gotten a warning or something :(\nHope this helps! :) good luck xxxooo\nHey worse case You will find another job that knows your worth.
937268
I would not have given any answer.  Most all firing is subjective when it comes to performance unless they have the job VERY described.  \n\nLegally, in the US, they can only give the dates of employment and the rate you were making.  Anything beyond that is subjective.  If you can, have a friend call the previous employer and say they are thinking of hiring you.."can you tell me about them?"...and see what they say.  If they say anything! ANYTHING bad or derogatory...call 'em up or write them a letter and tell them you understand this is what they presented to an employer that called for references and tell them...if they do that again, you can and will sue...that might just shut them up...if not, many lawyers would be glad to talk to you!!!  \n\nI would not discuss my termination of any job unless I was in an interview face-to-face.
450438
If you were in a Union, you would definitely have a right to find out. I suppose by your question that asking is out of the question. Have someone send them a letter pretending to be a prospective employer asking about your employment history. If they say anything about why you were fired, they have violated Federal law. You will find out why they fired you, and can sue the pants off them.
756652
There is only one question that can be legally asked by an employer...."Are they available for rehire?"  That is all they are legally allowed to ask but if the former employer adds in their own two-cents about you it could sway the would-be employers decision.\n\nGood Luck!
469980
There is no law that states they can not fire you over the phone. I would ask them, of course, why you are being fired. And find out when you can expect your final check and what monies will be included in your final check (unused vacation, sick, etc.). I would also find out when you can expect your COBRA, 401(k) paperwork. I would also ask them if they plan to contenst any unemployment claims that you make with the state. And what their employment verification policy is. Most companies only give title, dates of employment and salary if a potential future employer calls them for a reference. I would confirm that this is their policy. \n\nIf you feel you are being fired wrongfully, I would request a copy of your personnel file and contact an attorney.
930612
Pick couple of your strong points, connect them with how they can be useful in the new job.  Tell them that you enjoyed the interview, thank the person, say that you are eager about the position (if you really mean it), and then ask when you can hear back from them. Ask for their business card or email address so that you can send them a thank you note.
412172
By all means yes you do. And i also think if a person gets fired u also have the right to know why. My friend got fired today, and the only thing she got was. We are letting you go. It's best for the company.