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Does saying “no, you can't contact my employer†on an application hurt your chances of getting the job? [closed]
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I recently applied for a job and I filled out everything online. There is one question that says, "Can we contact your current employer?" I marked, "No," because I did not want them to call my supervisor because I don't want him to know I am applying for jobs. Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job? (I could explain the problem in the interview.)
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edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
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asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
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I recently applied for a job and I filled out everything online. There is one question that says, "Can we contact your current employer?" I marked, "No," because I did not want them to call my supervisor because I don't want him to know I am applying for jobs. Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job? (I could explain the problem in the interview.)
applications
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
closed as primarily opinion-based by user8365, CMW, ChrisF, bethlakshmi, jcmeloni Mar 31 '14 at 21:10
Many good questions generate some degree of opinion based on expert experience, but answers to this question will tend to be almost entirely based on opinions, rather than facts, references, or specific expertise. If this question can be reworded to fit the rules in the help center, please edit the question.
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In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
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Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
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Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13
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I recently applied for a job and I filled out everything online. There is one question that says, "Can we contact your current employer?" I marked, "No," because I did not want them to call my supervisor because I don't want him to know I am applying for jobs. Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job? (I could explain the problem in the interview.)
applications
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
I recently applied for a job and I filled out everything online. There is one question that says, "Can we contact your current employer?" I marked, "No," because I did not want them to call my supervisor because I don't want him to know I am applying for jobs. Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job? (I could explain the problem in the interview.)
applications
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
edited Mar 28 '14 at 21:07
Mark Rogers
460512
460512
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
asked Mar 28 '14 at 17:26
PROBERT
2091311
2091311
closed as primarily opinion-based by user8365, CMW, ChrisF, bethlakshmi, jcmeloni Mar 31 '14 at 21:10
Many good questions generate some degree of opinion based on expert experience, but answers to this question will tend to be almost entirely based on opinions, rather than facts, references, or specific expertise. If this question can be reworded to fit the rules in the help center, please edit the question.
closed as primarily opinion-based by user8365, CMW, ChrisF, bethlakshmi, jcmeloni Mar 31 '14 at 21:10
Many good questions generate some degree of opinion based on expert experience, but answers to this question will tend to be almost entirely based on opinions, rather than facts, references, or specific expertise. If this question can be reworded to fit the rules in the help center, please edit the question.
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In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
1
Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
1
Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13
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In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
1
Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
1
Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13
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In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
1
1
Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
1
1
Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13
Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13
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From my experience it is normal to ask that your current employer not be contacted about your job search. Every job I have applied for a job, I have responded with a no to this question. You will not look like you have something to hide by saying no - you will look like someone who doesn't want to put your current employment in jeopardy.
The majority of companies should understand that candidates don’t want their current employer tipped off to the fact they are searching for a job. That being said I'm sure there are a few cases out there were saying no has gone against someone but I've yet to hear of it based solely on this reason alone.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
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Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job?
It depends, many people don't want their current employer aware of the fact that they are applying for jobs. So I think that is understood. You can perhaps alleviate any possible misunderstandings of your choice to deny access to your current employer by allowing them to contact previous employers. Then it should be ok.
However, if your current job is the primary job in the field that you are applying for, then it will be difficult for Human Resources to verify your employment history. If that's the case, then you may need some outside verification of your skills: Stack Overflow, LinkedIn Recommendations, Personal Blog, etc.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
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What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
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If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
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2 Answers
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active
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active
oldest
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18
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From my experience it is normal to ask that your current employer not be contacted about your job search. Every job I have applied for a job, I have responded with a no to this question. You will not look like you have something to hide by saying no - you will look like someone who doesn't want to put your current employment in jeopardy.
The majority of companies should understand that candidates don’t want their current employer tipped off to the fact they are searching for a job. That being said I'm sure there are a few cases out there were saying no has gone against someone but I've yet to hear of it based solely on this reason alone.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
add a comment |Â
up vote
18
down vote
accepted
From my experience it is normal to ask that your current employer not be contacted about your job search. Every job I have applied for a job, I have responded with a no to this question. You will not look like you have something to hide by saying no - you will look like someone who doesn't want to put your current employment in jeopardy.
The majority of companies should understand that candidates don’t want their current employer tipped off to the fact they are searching for a job. That being said I'm sure there are a few cases out there were saying no has gone against someone but I've yet to hear of it based solely on this reason alone.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
add a comment |Â
up vote
18
down vote
accepted
up vote
18
down vote
accepted
From my experience it is normal to ask that your current employer not be contacted about your job search. Every job I have applied for a job, I have responded with a no to this question. You will not look like you have something to hide by saying no - you will look like someone who doesn't want to put your current employment in jeopardy.
The majority of companies should understand that candidates don’t want their current employer tipped off to the fact they are searching for a job. That being said I'm sure there are a few cases out there were saying no has gone against someone but I've yet to hear of it based solely on this reason alone.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
From my experience it is normal to ask that your current employer not be contacted about your job search. Every job I have applied for a job, I have responded with a no to this question. You will not look like you have something to hide by saying no - you will look like someone who doesn't want to put your current employment in jeopardy.
The majority of companies should understand that candidates don’t want their current employer tipped off to the fact they are searching for a job. That being said I'm sure there are a few cases out there were saying no has gone against someone but I've yet to hear of it based solely on this reason alone.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:41
Michael Grubey
4,20432252
4,20432252
add a comment |Â
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job?
It depends, many people don't want their current employer aware of the fact that they are applying for jobs. So I think that is understood. You can perhaps alleviate any possible misunderstandings of your choice to deny access to your current employer by allowing them to contact previous employers. Then it should be ok.
However, if your current job is the primary job in the field that you are applying for, then it will be difficult for Human Resources to verify your employment history. If that's the case, then you may need some outside verification of your skills: Stack Overflow, LinkedIn Recommendations, Personal Blog, etc.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
1
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job?
It depends, many people don't want their current employer aware of the fact that they are applying for jobs. So I think that is understood. You can perhaps alleviate any possible misunderstandings of your choice to deny access to your current employer by allowing them to contact previous employers. Then it should be ok.
However, if your current job is the primary job in the field that you are applying for, then it will be difficult for Human Resources to verify your employment history. If that's the case, then you may need some outside verification of your skills: Stack Overflow, LinkedIn Recommendations, Personal Blog, etc.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
1
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
up vote
0
down vote
Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job?
It depends, many people don't want their current employer aware of the fact that they are applying for jobs. So I think that is understood. You can perhaps alleviate any possible misunderstandings of your choice to deny access to your current employer by allowing them to contact previous employers. Then it should be ok.
However, if your current job is the primary job in the field that you are applying for, then it will be difficult for Human Resources to verify your employment history. If that's the case, then you may need some outside verification of your skills: Stack Overflow, LinkedIn Recommendations, Personal Blog, etc.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
Does doing this hurt a candidate's chances of getting the job?
It depends, many people don't want their current employer aware of the fact that they are applying for jobs. So I think that is understood. You can perhaps alleviate any possible misunderstandings of your choice to deny access to your current employer by allowing them to contact previous employers. Then it should be ok.
However, if your current job is the primary job in the field that you are applying for, then it will be difficult for Human Resources to verify your employment history. If that's the case, then you may need some outside verification of your skills: Stack Overflow, LinkedIn Recommendations, Personal Blog, etc.
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
answered Mar 28 '14 at 17:45
brwngrldev
530510
530510
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
1
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
add a comment |Â
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
1
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
What about reference ?
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:07
1
1
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
If you have a coworker that you're close with, ask them if you could use them as a reference. Or just ask for recommendations on LinkedIn and hide your profile updates. You have options.
– brwngrldev
Mar 28 '14 at 18:10
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
Yes, I did have their name listed.
– PROBERT
Mar 28 '14 at 18:15
add a comment |Â
2
In most cases the reason they ask is because they are ok with situations like yours. If they didn't ask, it would mean they insist on being able to contact the current employer and don't want your application if they can't.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 28 '14 at 17:40
It's hard to comment on them, but you're describing standard operating procedure for most people. I would be furious if somebody contacted an employer prior to the references and formalities stage.
– Dan
Mar 28 '14 at 17:43
I think you could improve this question by also asking how offset the problem enough to get an interview. I don't think it hurts getting the job as much as it hurts getting the interview in the first place. If you get the interview you can explain why and mitigate the problem
– IDrinkandIKnowThings
Mar 28 '14 at 17:51
1
Anyone hiring that would hold this against a candidate clearly doesn't understand how the job market works or they prefer to hire people who are not currently employed.
– user8365
Mar 28 '14 at 17:55
1
Well, and a lot of companies know that you're leaving. For example, term contracts, positions closing, etc. In that case, there's no reason not to let them ask. (Unless, of course, they don't have good things to say... :-o )
– corsiKa
Mar 28 '14 at 19:13