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Do I need to provide references of past employments when I am already working at a employer for several years? [closed]
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I have worked at my current place of employment for nearly six years now. My employer has only just decided to ask me for references. And I figured its a bit late for that but, I'm unsure if I have to supply them or not. I was told employers only had a limited time frame to ask for references. But I'm still unsure. If someone with knowledge of this could assist I would very much appreciate it.
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edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
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I have worked at my current place of employment for nearly six years now. My employer has only just decided to ask me for references. And I figured its a bit late for that but, I'm unsure if I have to supply them or not. I was told employers only had a limited time frame to ask for references. But I'm still unsure. If someone with knowledge of this could assist I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
references
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
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asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
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closed as unclear what you're asking by nadyne, Jim G., mhoran_psprep, gnat, CMW Feb 3 '14 at 18:44
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This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
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I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
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What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
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@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
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It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05
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I have worked at my current place of employment for nearly six years now. My employer has only just decided to ask me for references. And I figured its a bit late for that but, I'm unsure if I have to supply them or not. I was told employers only had a limited time frame to ask for references. But I'm still unsure. If someone with knowledge of this could assist I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
references
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
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asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
191
I have worked at my current place of employment for nearly six years now. My employer has only just decided to ask me for references. And I figured its a bit late for that but, I'm unsure if I have to supply them or not. I was told employers only had a limited time frame to ask for references. But I'm still unsure. If someone with knowledge of this could assist I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
references
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
20.3k34885
asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
191
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
20.3k34885
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
20.3k34885
edited Feb 2 '14 at 23:21
Philipp
20.3k34885
20.3k34885
asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
191
asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
191
asked Feb 2 '14 at 22:32
user14640
191
191
closed as unclear what you're asking by nadyne, Jim G., mhoran_psprep, gnat, CMW Feb 3 '14 at 18:44
Please clarify your specific problem or add additional details to highlight exactly what you need. As it's currently written, it’s hard to tell exactly what you're asking. See the How to Ask page for help clarifying this question. If this question can be reworded to fit the rules in the help center, please edit the question.
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This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
7
I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
1
What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
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@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
2
It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05
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5
This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
7
I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
1
What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
4
@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
2
It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05
5
5
This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
7
7
I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
1
1
What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
4
4
@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
2
2
It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05
It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05
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Since they are asking everyone, I would suspect they need the references for some contract they are trying to get. Just provide them. You gain nothing by failing to provide them except negative attention from management which is generally somethingyou don't want.
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
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I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
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No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
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This is probably a good sign. If you've been around six years, they're probably thinking of offering a promotion, perhaps into management. In such a situation you might be dealing with money, and the references will give them some idea of character, and presumably fiscal responsibility.
With that in mind, some of your references will be for people you worked for in the past and some will be current acquaintances. If you're not married but have a roommate, and the roommate isn't in some kind of trouble, this would be a good reference. If you went to Alaska with a friend for two weeks this is a good reference, presuming you still get along - one of the signs of true friendship is being able to tolerate each other while traveling. Focus on people that would vouch for your character, presuming that you're the angel of empathy and enlightenment.
If being in management isn't exactly inspiring, you might say something like 'I'll have to dredge up the phone numbers and addresses, which may take a few days'. In other words, go slow but don't go slow enough to raise doubts. Better to give them a couple of names and numbers off your cell phone contact list, with an indication you'll follow up with any more that they need in a day or so.
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
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The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
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Since they are asking everyone, I would suspect they need the references for some contract they are trying to get. Just provide them. You gain nothing by failing to provide them except negative attention from management which is generally somethingyou don't want.
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
6
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
2
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
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Since they are asking everyone, I would suspect they need the references for some contract they are trying to get. Just provide them. You gain nothing by failing to provide them except negative attention from management which is generally somethingyou don't want.
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
6
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
2
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
 |Â
show 3 more comments
up vote
0
down vote
up vote
0
down vote
Since they are asking everyone, I would suspect they need the references for some contract they are trying to get. Just provide them. You gain nothing by failing to provide them except negative attention from management which is generally somethingyou don't want.
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
Since they are asking everyone, I would suspect they need the references for some contract they are trying to get. Just provide them. You gain nothing by failing to provide them except negative attention from management which is generally somethingyou don't want.
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
answered Feb 3 '14 at 14:29
HLGEM
133k25227489
133k25227489
6
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
2
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
 |Â
show 3 more comments
6
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
2
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
6
6
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
I couldn't disagree more with this answer - rolling over to every whim of your employer is not the answer for workplace harmony. If this is the reason (Which is pure conjecture), the employer should be making this clear and asking nicely if references can be provided. That said, I've worked closely on big, multi million pound government contracts - I've had to provide my CV, proof of qualifications but NEVER a post-employment reference. It makes no sense, proves nothing and currently points to a hugely incompetent HR department.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:36
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
It is stupid to make people mad for no gain. This is not rolling over to every whim, this is doing things that are in your own self-interest.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 14:40
2
2
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
No, it's not - this is doing things because you don't want to "make a fuss", which is a terrible reason. Plus, you're ignoring the inconvenience for whoever has to provide the references.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 14:42
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
Making a fuss is only something you do when it is important. How your managers perceive you is important and making a fuss over something this minor is just generally stupid.
– HLGEM
Feb 3 '14 at 15:52
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
It's not for any HR department as far as I'm aware. She likes to control things and when she can't it pisses er off.
– user14640
Feb 3 '14 at 16:09
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This is probably a good sign. If you've been around six years, they're probably thinking of offering a promotion, perhaps into management. In such a situation you might be dealing with money, and the references will give them some idea of character, and presumably fiscal responsibility.
With that in mind, some of your references will be for people you worked for in the past and some will be current acquaintances. If you're not married but have a roommate, and the roommate isn't in some kind of trouble, this would be a good reference. If you went to Alaska with a friend for two weeks this is a good reference, presuming you still get along - one of the signs of true friendship is being able to tolerate each other while traveling. Focus on people that would vouch for your character, presuming that you're the angel of empathy and enlightenment.
If being in management isn't exactly inspiring, you might say something like 'I'll have to dredge up the phone numbers and addresses, which may take a few days'. In other words, go slow but don't go slow enough to raise doubts. Better to give them a couple of names and numbers off your cell phone contact list, with an indication you'll follow up with any more that they need in a day or so.
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
add a comment |Â
up vote
-2
down vote
This is probably a good sign. If you've been around six years, they're probably thinking of offering a promotion, perhaps into management. In such a situation you might be dealing with money, and the references will give them some idea of character, and presumably fiscal responsibility.
With that in mind, some of your references will be for people you worked for in the past and some will be current acquaintances. If you're not married but have a roommate, and the roommate isn't in some kind of trouble, this would be a good reference. If you went to Alaska with a friend for two weeks this is a good reference, presuming you still get along - one of the signs of true friendship is being able to tolerate each other while traveling. Focus on people that would vouch for your character, presuming that you're the angel of empathy and enlightenment.
If being in management isn't exactly inspiring, you might say something like 'I'll have to dredge up the phone numbers and addresses, which may take a few days'. In other words, go slow but don't go slow enough to raise doubts. Better to give them a couple of names and numbers off your cell phone contact list, with an indication you'll follow up with any more that they need in a day or so.
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
add a comment |Â
up vote
-2
down vote
up vote
-2
down vote
This is probably a good sign. If you've been around six years, they're probably thinking of offering a promotion, perhaps into management. In such a situation you might be dealing with money, and the references will give them some idea of character, and presumably fiscal responsibility.
With that in mind, some of your references will be for people you worked for in the past and some will be current acquaintances. If you're not married but have a roommate, and the roommate isn't in some kind of trouble, this would be a good reference. If you went to Alaska with a friend for two weeks this is a good reference, presuming you still get along - one of the signs of true friendship is being able to tolerate each other while traveling. Focus on people that would vouch for your character, presuming that you're the angel of empathy and enlightenment.
If being in management isn't exactly inspiring, you might say something like 'I'll have to dredge up the phone numbers and addresses, which may take a few days'. In other words, go slow but don't go slow enough to raise doubts. Better to give them a couple of names and numbers off your cell phone contact list, with an indication you'll follow up with any more that they need in a day or so.
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
This is probably a good sign. If you've been around six years, they're probably thinking of offering a promotion, perhaps into management. In such a situation you might be dealing with money, and the references will give them some idea of character, and presumably fiscal responsibility.
With that in mind, some of your references will be for people you worked for in the past and some will be current acquaintances. If you're not married but have a roommate, and the roommate isn't in some kind of trouble, this would be a good reference. If you went to Alaska with a friend for two weeks this is a good reference, presuming you still get along - one of the signs of true friendship is being able to tolerate each other while traveling. Focus on people that would vouch for your character, presuming that you're the angel of empathy and enlightenment.
If being in management isn't exactly inspiring, you might say something like 'I'll have to dredge up the phone numbers and addresses, which may take a few days'. In other words, go slow but don't go slow enough to raise doubts. Better to give them a couple of names and numbers off your cell phone contact list, with an indication you'll follow up with any more that they need in a day or so.
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
answered Feb 2 '14 at 23:56
Meredith Poor
8,8661730
8,8661730
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
add a comment |Â
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
The people who downvoted this answer should explain what they dislike about it, because IMO it isn't obvious at all.
– Philipp
Feb 3 '14 at 15:22
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
I agree, this is a somewhat dubious but still interesting viewpoint
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:04
add a comment |Â
5
This is insanity - you could have reasonably done three career moves in that time! What references does he want - previous employment or personal? Either way, I'd laugh in his face, personally. It's beyond ridiculous. You should have stated your locality, though.
– Dan
Feb 2 '14 at 22:36
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I think this question needs some context. Has something dramatic happened that lead him to ask? What did he say he needs them for?
– user10911
Feb 2 '14 at 22:38
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What is the problem with providing them with references? Did you lie about them to get hired? Also I assume this is US but can you confirm?
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Feb 3 '14 at 4:40
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@user14640 As you're in the UK, I'll be very surprised if there's anything they can do to make you provide these. I'd simply explain that you're unwilling to bother ex-colleagues and friends over a trivial box ticking exercise that serves no clear purpose. Then I'd laugh at them, again.
– Dan
Feb 3 '14 at 10:39
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It sounds like your employer has gone off the deep end. Just don't make eye contact with him while he's wearing his aluminum hat, and I think you will be fine
– Code Whisperer
Feb 3 '14 at 17:05