Yes but it wont look very good.
If you were fired, then tell them no. Even if you left on good terms with your past employer, you don't want the human resources department to call and get their side of the story before you get completely through the interview process.
Most certainly. They will understand and you can explain it at the interview 'if they ask'. Yes it is ok. as a matter of fact in Massachusetts you need written permission to contact anyone for a reference.
If you have not informed your present employer that you are searching for other employment, you might want to request that potential employers not contact them. If that is the case, make sure you have strong references and former employees that they can contact.
Yes you can get fired for lying on your application. Basically any employer does not want to hire an employee who lies.
If a prospective employer calls your previous employer, the previous employer can say whatever they feel is true. If you don't want a bad reference, you may not want to put your previous employer on the application.
If I was you I would mark no and then explain to them why you answered it this way. Most employers will understand why you dont want your current employer to find out you are looking for employment elswhere.A different perspectiveAs someone who evaluates applications and interviews and hires people I would unequivocally state that you should always answer yes. ing no to this question indicates you have something to hide. Any company looking at applicants already assumes the candidate does not want their current employer to know they are searching for a new job, and of course it will show on your application that you are currently employed by said company. If somebody does contact your current employer, it means you already have the job and they're following up by checking facts.
Generally, it is acceptable to say "No" to this question. Many applicants do not want their current employer to know they are looking for employment elsewhere, as it could create conflict in their current position or even jeopardize it. Therefore, even though this is a standard employment application question, it is also standard for most people to decline to authorize this. it also generally requires no additional explanation.
There is little you can do by yourself. You may want to contact an attorney for assistance.
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Sure. You have to ask yourself the question, "why would I want to sign this, what's in it for me."
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If you really want the job you should keep in touch with the employer. How soon you call is up to you. I would say about a week before you make a call, it gives the employer time to go over your application and to call you. If you dont get a call however you should call them.