I suspect my last employer is giving incorrect references on me but I'd like to be sure. Is it recommended to call HR and ask or is there another "cheap" alternative ( I am unemployed ya know ). Any suggestions or advice?
How can I check my employment reference from my last employer?
Almost all companies today refuse to give a reference, for legal reasons. Instead they will only confirm dates of employment, and salary. If you wish to have a reference, ask a supervisor from your old company if he will write a letter of rec for you, that you may include in your applications.
Reply:I don't think that you can get that information. It certainly wouldn't hurt to ask though. Good Luck.
Reply:Most companies today do not give references - they just confirm dates and salary.
If know that your old firm is giving out references you can get someone to pose as an employer and check your references.
Reply:Hi there, I would call someone you have previously interviewed with and ask them if they mind telling you what your former company said. Or you could call your former company and pretend you are interested in yourself and ask if they recommend you and why. Good luck!
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