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In some states they can't say much else, except to confirm that you worked
there and for what dates. That's because *anything* can be taken as
negative, if someone tries hard enough. If someone is taking this as
evidence of a bad situation, they need to rethink their own attitude.
If she's actually saying evil things, that's another story.
Maggie
Maggie Secara
msecara -at- mainsaver -dot- com
"All the world's a stage, Mick, but some of us are dreadfully
under-rehearsed."
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> From: jarnopol -at- interaccess -dot- com[SMTP:jarnopol -at- interaccess -dot- com]
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>>>. However, if
> this person is being contacted by potential employers, all she need say is
>
> "Yes, this person worked here" and make no further comment. That alone
> tells an prospective employer that they were not happy with your
> performance.
> If you really suspect this former manager is giving you a bad rap to
> prospectives, check it out. You may have grounds for legal action.
