A Connections Employee Advisor helps a client.
Once you sign and date an Employment Application, you are verifying that everything above your signature is true to the best of your knowledge. Background checks are commonly done. Falsifying information on an application may cost you the job.
Make sure you answer all of the questions. If a question does not apply to you, put “N/A” (not applicable).“DO” tips for completing Employment Applications and “selling” yourself:
- Read the application first
- Use a black pen and print neatly
- Have a phone number where you can be reached
- Know when you are available to start
- Have accurate dates, salary and job titles at previous jobs
- Have address & phone numbers of previous jobs
- Have supervisors' names and phone numbers
- Have permission from at least three references
- Use “OPEN” or “NEGOTIABLE” for salary desired
- Know the position you are applying for
- List all skills and abilities
- Sign your name and date the application
Normally, an application will require you to list your last three jobs, starting with the most recent. Under each, you will need to give a reason for leaving. Depending upon the reason, the way you answer this could be critical. |
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Recommended/Acceptable reasons
for leaving:
- Seeking advancement or career change
- Relocation
- Business closed
- Personal decision (then write in
“will discuss”)
- Job ended (then write in
“will discuss”)
- Reduction in force / Economy slow down
- Family needed me (“no longer
a problem”)
- Medical reason (“no longer
a problem”)
- Temporary / Seasonal
Do NOT say you were fired, terminated, laid off or quit. These words raise “red flags” to the reader. It is MUCH better to put “will discuss” and tell them in your own words why the job ended. When you are asked, “So, why did you leave your last job?,” be honest and be BRIEF. Giving too much information could be detrimental.
Background information is usually required. You MUST be honest in answering these questions. If you have a police record of any kind, note it on the application. A “yes” answer to these types of questions will not necessarily keep you from getting the job. The nature, job relatedness, date and severity of the offense in relation to the position for you are applying are usually considered. Also, be sure to state if the charges have been adjudicated (i.e, settled or decided upon by the Court) and give the date.
CONNECTIONS
Offers Free:
- One-on-one career counseling
- Job skills seminar
- Resume assistance
- Interviewing skills
- Computer training
- Typing speed and accuracy tests
- Skills and interest inventories
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