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  • 18-07-2012 12:32pm
    #1
    studiorat
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,408 ✭✭✭


    Were talking about this today and I was wondering about it.

    A friend of mine has a great job, pretty well treated and a good relationship with the boss and other staff.

    Recently a similar job has been advertised which may offer better prospects and is easier to travel to. The application for the new job requires 2 references.

    The question is should you ask your existing boss for a reference to use at an interview for a new job!!!

    Or should you say nothing and just hand in your required notice if and when you get the job?


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  • #2
    bbam
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,410 ✭✭✭bbam


    Depends on the relationship really. If they get on genuinely well the manager may be happy to see the employee getting better opportunities.


  • #3
    seamus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 68,317 ✭✭✭✭seamus


    General rule:

    Say nothing about new jobs or interviews or leaving, until you've handed in your notice. If your boss knows that you want to leave, then it can poison your work environment and doesn't really give you the ability to change your mind.

    In an interview or in any discussion with a potential new employer, let them know that you can supply references when you have a job offer & a contract in your hand. Practically all employment contracts are contingent on the receipt of references, so they don't need any references until they've made you a job offer, and you don't have to let your referees know to expect a call until you've handed in your notice.

    In some cases you might have a boss who's practically encouraging you to leave to develop your career, but this is in very few cases. If your boss doesn't already know you want to leave, don't tell him/her.


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