When job hunting should I mention that I will be losing my job?
January 22nd, 2009 | by admin |
t7degree asked:
I’m currently job hunting, but I don’t know if it is proper to give out the information that I’m losing my current job due to downsizing. I would like too, in order to play the sympathy card, but don’t know if the hiring manager/recruiter would look unfavorably upon it.
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I’m currently job hunting, but I don’t know if it is proper to give out the information that I’m losing my current job due to downsizing. I would like too, in order to play the sympathy card, but don’t know if the hiring manager/recruiter would look unfavorably upon it.
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2 Responses to “When job hunting should I mention that I will be losing my job?”
By afzal on Jan 23, 2009 | Reply
Personally I would mention it but I would act positive instead of coming across as desperate. Mention that it has given you a good incentive to re-evaluate what you want in your next job (and the job you’re appling for has all the attributes you’re looking for!). Mention that it’s made you more focussed and more determined to do well in your new role. Remember - stay positive and good luck! Let us know how it goes.
By barebear on Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
never just give a date you can start to be without a job casts suspicion on you reputation as a dependable worker