Hello Antiwork Community,
I was recently fired from my first job after only 5 months, but that's not the main focus of this post.
I'm torn between stating (on my CV) that I'm still currently employed or acknowledging that I left the job.
I don't know what to write on my CV, should I say that I'm still working or that I ended work on my behalf (it's only been 5 months of work)?
- Say (lie) on my CV: Still working at my current job.
If I say that I'm still working, potential employers might not want to contact my previous employer to avoid compromising my current work. However, they may later find out that I lied and could face repercussions, including being fired again.
- Say: Stopped working on my behalf on XX/XXXX.
On the other hand, if I state that I stopped working at my previous job, my new employer may still contact my previous employer to verify the information. This could also lead to potential issues.
I've received some documents related to my previous job, including my start and end dates, as well as my holiday entitlements. These documents will need to be given to my new employer at some point. However, this will be after I've signed a new contract.
What would you do in my position? I'd appreciate any advice you can give me.
Thank you