If you are found out in your lie, emphasize that you were still negotiating your settlement with your former employer. As such, the dates of your employment were still, effectively, under negotiation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThis would neatly avoid discussing the fact that you were fired at all. Do bear in mind that many businesses run a zero-tolerance policy with regards to lies on resumes and cover letters or an interview. This can apply even if you get the job, and you’ve discovered a year down the line. So, if you do decide to lie, you have to accept that it\u2019s a risk.<\/p>\n
2) Being Honest About a Dismissal<\/h4>\n
The safer option is for you to be honest about what happened. It might be awkward, but you can try and turn it into a positive. The first thing, though, is to own up to it during your interview. When you\u2019re asked about why you left your previous employer, be honest: you were dismissed. But then spin it to your favor:<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen I was dismissed, I felt very low. But I took the opportunity to work on my weak skills, especially working to deadlines, by reading books and attending seminars on the topic. I also reassessed the direction I wanted to take in my career and decided to switch fields\u2014which is why I\u2019m here now. I believe I\u2019ve addressed the problems that held back my career, and that I\u2019m ready to move on.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nIt might seem odd to be so honest in an interview, but there are actually a few upsides to addressing the issue head-on.<\/p>\n
\n- While an interviewer won\u2019t be impressed that you were dismissed, they will be impressed by your honesty.<\/li>\n
- Self-assessment is a rare trait. It\u2019s what drives certain people on, and makes them able to improve themselves continually, both at home and at work.<\/li>\n
- If you address the issue on your own terms, you can control the narrative. If you\u2019re found out, your employer won\u2019t know what to think: not only were you dismissed, but you lied about it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Which Do I Choose?<\/h3>\n
The rule of thumb that you should follow is that you shouldn\u2019t actively lie about your dismissal. You shouldn\u2019t come out and say, \u201cI left of my own accord in 2016\u201d. <\/em>That might be enough for you to be dismissed again, for cause, if it comes out that you lied. That being said, there\u2019s nothing wrong with simply trying to skirt around the topic. Just don\u2019t bring it up.<\/p>\nIf the interviewer brings up the point, say \u201cI\u2019ve moved on from ABC Corp., and I\u2019m really excited to be looking for a new opportunity.\u201d <\/em>Most interviews will happily accept your answer at face value. The main problem with this approach is if the interviewer is willing to push for an answer. If they then ask \u201cSo why did you move on from ABC Corp?\u201d, <\/em>your best approach is honesty. That\u2019s a sign that they suspect you might have been fired, and you\u2019ll only make matters worse by actively lying at this point.<\/p>\n![\"references](\"https:\/\/phlebotomyexaminer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/can-termination-affect-future-employment.jpg\")
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So, it might be tough, but honesty is often the best policy. And, if you\u2019re lucky, you\u2019ll get the job at the end of it all. This is normally enough to get you back on track if you were fired for being sick, or fired for job hunting.<\/p>\n
How to Get a Job After Being Fired for Theft<\/h3>\n
If you were fired for something like theft, there are further complications that you have to consider. First, was the issue a criminal matter? If so, were the police involved? If they were, then this will appear on any criminal background check. You\u2019ll have to address the issue at interview if that\u2019s the case. That being said, even if it wasn\u2019t a criminal matter, you should still be open about it. The same applies to how to get a job after being fired twice, and how to get a job after being fired for misconduct.<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t plan on being open about what happened, then you\u2019ll have to ensure that you get a job that doesn\u2019t require a criminal background check. Cash in hand jobs, as well as less formal jobs like those in construction, might be your best options. Office jobs (finance, legal, insurance, etc.) check for a criminal background in the vast majority of applications, so they\u2019re out the window.<\/p>\n
I Got Fired for Harassment<\/h3>\n
Getting fired for harassment is an awkward situation and probably one of the worst black marks you can have against you when you\u2019re looking for a new job. Naturally, you won\u2019t be able to be rehired by the same organization. However, there are a number of things you can do to get around being fired for harassment.<\/p>\n
\n- First, you have to accept your part in what happened. This is a vital step because if you have to talk about it at the interview, it\u2019ll be obvious if you don\u2019t shoulder the blame, but pass it on to somebody else. This is a practical guarantee that you won\u2019t get a job.<\/li>\n
- Take some time out from work, just to reassess what happened. Consider apologizing for your actions to get closure.<\/li>\n
- Once you\u2019ve moved on, consider taking a course on harassment in the workplace, what it means, and why it\u2019s so toxic. This will give you an opportunity to learn more about yourself and about what happened. It\u2019s also something you can point to when a future employer asks you how you dealt with the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Even with your best efforts, though, it\u2019s very difficult getting hired after being sacked for harassment. You\u2019ll have to consistently search for jobs over a long period of time. Until then, consider the advice above: don\u2019t bring up the topic during applications and interviews, but avoid lying about being fired in an interview if you\u2019re asked.<\/p>\n
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