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What does 'Have you ever been bonded' mean?
=== It means, "Have you ever worked at a job where your employer had insurance to protect his clients from any damage you may...
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How do you get a reference from your current boss?
well thre is lots of ways like write a letter, ask him/she for one and get someone to do it for you that is what you do
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Can your employer find out anything about your military record with or without a signed waiver from you?
In my 8 years experience in Human Resources, specifically in the field of Recruiting/Staffing, I can testify to the fact that...
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Are you considered 'bonded' if you have posted bail for a minor?
No. Bonded means the employer has purchased insurance to protect his clients from any damage the employee causes. ghghghg
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What are the criteria for being able to be bonded for a job opportunity?
As far as I know in California, normally employers will not bond a felon or someone with current/existing warrants for their...
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Should you allow the potential employer to contact your current employer?
You can give permission to contact your present employer only if an offer is made. Advise employer you will not permit prior to...
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How do you follow up when a job ad says 'please no phone calls' and does not include a contact name?
You don't. They don't want calls or messages. They will contact you if you are wanted for a second interview or are hired. ...
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Should you lie to get an interim job?
Lying about your intentions to stay expresses disrespect for both yourself and -- if they ever catch on -- your prospective...
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What is in an investigative consumer report?
An investigative credit report is one that goes beyond a typical credit report, with more detail. It might include very personal...
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What are investigative consumer reports?
An "investigative consumer report" is a detailed form of a credit report that involves interviews with your neighbors or...
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How much money does a pharmacist earn?
I make 70 an hour fir a 10 hour shift and that is over 2000 a week actually they make a lot of money because in a day they...
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Can an employer refuse to hire you if you have been arrested?
An employer large enough to be subject to anti-discrimination laws can not take arrests into account, ever. Employers can take...
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When new employers are checking business references are they allowed to ask about the candidate's attendance at the previous job?
I used to be a headhunter. Yes, you can definitely ask candidates or prior employers about attendance, performance, attitude,...
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How do you write a resume cover letter?
According to the Federal Citizen Information Center: Every cover letter should fit on one page. Send your letter to a...
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How aware is the employee of being bonded?
The times that I have been bonded, I was asked to sign a release so the investigatory agency the employer hired could access all...
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How do you make sure employers will be able to contact you after you move?
U-ID.com has a free service that would address exactly this question. When you open an account you receive a free universal...
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Can an employer find out if you have been fired for theft?
I don't think they can find out why you were fired, but I'm sure they can find out that you were fired. If it was your last job,...
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Can bankruptcy hurt your chances of finding another professional job?
Bankruptcy Discrimination is illegal and you are protected under federal law U.S.C 525 You just have to proved that you are...
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What do you do if you accept a job offer verbally then get a better offer the same day?
Call the first offer and tell them you're sorry, but you have to decline the offer, you received a better offer from another...
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Do your grades affect your ability to work?
Good grief. Grades are one possible indication of one's ability. Grades don't affect your ability any more than your suntan...
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What do you do if you have had breaks in your employment history for various reasons such as health and returning to school and self-employment?
Put them with your job history. The school, put with the education section, if there is an education section. You need to list...
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Can you leave a past employer off your resume?
Unless this old job was at the prison laundry, or your potential employer is the CIA, I wouldn't worry too much about background...
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What effect will a five year old bankruptcy have on getting a job that requires a background check?
Federal Law prohibits employers discriminating against job applicants because of their personal financial situation. However,...
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Is it true that you will not be hired if you have a difficult to pronounce name even though you have enough experience to perform a job function?
I have never heard of that and I wouldn't think so. And I really hope not. If you are applying for decent companies, your name...
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How can you make yourself sound appealing to an employer when they ask for any additional information that might give them more reason to consider you?
I would provide answers that show you are a reliable person, willing to take on new responsibilities and tasks and like to learn...
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How can you apply for a new job if your last main reference is not good?
That depends. What type of a job was it? Did it involve fingerprinting? That is usually the swiftist way it can be verified. You...
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How do you get clean up work in New Orleans?
Here is a web-site I have found and kept an eye on.. I am sure there are more. Try a search engine. :) good...
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Is it possible to find out if a company's medical insurance plan covers a specific treatment before accepting a job offer?
Find out the insurance company the new job offers. Contact them ask for customer service and ask them that question I...
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If you made a mistake in choosing your first job is it OK to quit after just three weeks?
You have to do what is right for you, but be sure you are making the right choice. And give the reccomended two weeks notice or...
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If you have been previously fired will that information be available in an investigative consumer report by your future employer?
In most states it will not be available.
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If you have been out of work for 2 years due to severe mental issues from witnessing 9-11 should you try to hide this from new employers?
Obviously you don't have to tell anyone about the condition you went thru. It is a very personal decision. But pesonally, I...
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Is it advisable to apply to two or more different positions in the same company?
I would say it is ok as long as you are seriously interested and qualified for each job that you apply for. Just make sure that...
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If you work temp jobs for a while for personal reasons and therefore have gaps in your employment history will this affect your ability to get a job later?
It's possible that it might be a little bit harder for you to get your first permanent job, but if you have a good resume and...
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Are there ethnic or nationality requirements for acting roles in Harry Potter movies?
No, you don't have to be British to try out. Anyone in the UK may be eligible, so Ireland and Scotland are definitely allowed to...
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Are internship positions only for students or can anyone apply for them?
It depends on the company and the position. But for the most part it will be easier to get an internship if you are a student. ...
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Can an employer legally verify if you actually graduated high school or just that you were there?
They can tell whether you graduated or not. It's a matter of public record
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How can a 52 year old woman who has been a purchasing agent for 16 years get a purchasing job in Orlando Florida?
put your resume up on different jobs sites so the employers can see. there is monster, career builder, msn jobs, yahoo jobs, and...
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How would you know if you have ever been bonded would the employer tell you?
I am certainly not an expert in this. But from personal experience I can tell you that I have been bonded for work purposes for...
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What does a cartoonist do on the job?
They Make cartoons They Make Some That Make You Think Like Political And Some To Make you Laugh Like Garfield Cartoons Advertise...
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Is it more common for any pre-employment drug tests to be performed prior to employment start date or after?
Usually they are done before your actual employment date, but I have also heard of them being done within a certain time after...
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Do you have to go to college for four years before applying to a college of veterinary medicine?
Yes, most do, followed by four years of veterinary school (just like medical school).
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Is it legal to have your own health insurance through your employer as well as being on your spouse's employer's health insurance plan?
Yes, but check into them carefully first. Both me & my husband both have insurance coverage on us and our kids. I did not...
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How do you become a repossession agent in Florida?
Michele,you must be sponsored by an "E" agent. For more info go to this link, FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER...
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What infractions on a driving record hinder your chances of getting a job with a company that requires you to visit clients everyday?
Unfortunately, there is no true rule of thumb - every company has different driving record restrictions. Many companies,...
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If you get a general discharge from the military how hard is it to get your life back on track?
How much does it matter "how hard it is"? either you are going to get "on track" or you are going to accept defeat and settle for...
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If you have been disabled for five years and do not have a resume can you still obtain a decent job?
Want a decent job!! Every time you send out a resume or apply for a job but fails. Now if you want to earn 3000$+ and want to...
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How does one find a job when disabled with OCD without a current resume and only a high school education?
There are 3 separate issues in this question: a disability, an outdated resume, and lack of education. The outdated resume can be...
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How does a consumer report affect the hiring status of a candidate for employment?
My company has a candidate sign a "permission to check credit history" form, but it is not used unless the person is being...
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What determines an individual's success in a work situation?
To answer your question with as few words as possible, "ATTITUDE" The way you approach your work, your day, your co-workers,...
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Is a thank you note sent via email appropriate if the initial contact and correspondence was sent via email?
yes It is a great way to say thanks! Totally accepted in the workforce. You can send an email thanks but I...
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How do employers react to you having been terminated from a 5 year previous job because of a failed drug test?
As an employer I would not hire a person who was terminated for failing a drug test unless they owned up to having and correcting...
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Can a company hire someone then do references after the fact?
Yes, but it's not too smart. Some employers will wait till they have a concern then check to see what they missed. Personally I...
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Is it unethical to accept a job because you need a job but keep interviewing for a better offer?
That would be a matter of opinion. I don't think there are any "official rules" to what's ethical or what's not. I think that if...
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What does it mean if a company asks for your SSN number prior to hiring you?
Id say they are going to do a background check. If you are on teh fence as to applying to the job or not, ask the employer. At...
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What is a good way to say you lost your job due to re-organization?
"Company re-organization" sounds like a good phrase. Or you could use "redundacy" or "down-sizing". Any word or phrase is good as...
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What jobs can you get with an associate's degree in liberal arts?
I have an AA degree, and there really is no benefit to having it except saying that you have a piece of paper, nor are there any...
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Is RepoPlus a good place to work or not?
NO Is repoplus a good place to work or not? HELL NO! It`s a scam..they ask you to pay $450 to be added to their insurance but...
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How would one start networking for a new job in a different state 6-9 months in advance of relocating?
As with any job search, research and preparation are key. In this case, however, you will need to find all the major employers in...
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What is a busboy?
The person that removes the dirty dishes and cleans the tables in a restaurant.
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Is it okay to show up to introduce yourself to a company's recruiter if she's said she's too busy to set a regular informational meeting?
It will probably just annoy her. Seriously, what's the point? If she can't be bothered to see you for 15 minutes, what do...
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How can an American obtain a Canadian registered nursing license?
Go to www.cna-nurses.ca. It's the Canadian Nurses Association website.
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How would you deal with a client who is very angry with you on the phone?
Any company customer/client courtesy is priority and management are trained to deal with angry situations. When talking use calm,...
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What sort of jobs are in construction?
Here are various careers in construction, according to the U.S. Department of Labor: Boilermakers Brickmasons, blockmasons, and...
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How will you know that you have done a good job at your work?
This is a very important question. Everyone should have some perspective on their value in the work that they do. We spend more...
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What kind of jobs are available in the Hollywood movie industry?
If you wanted to be in a movie or music video, and if you aren't famous, you could be an extra. Extras don't get paid and don't...
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What jobs can you get with a bachelor's degree in biology?
If you are having trouble finding a specific field job in Biology, you could consider teaching in HS. Most states will allow any...
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If two people - one is a woman the other a man - are equally skilled how do you decide who to hire?
Skills are only a fraction of the person. I would consider the job requirements; physical and mental, the attitude of the...
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How much money does a garbage collector earn?
Ask someone at the reference desk of your local public library for the Occupational Outlook Handbook. It lists all kinds of...
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How do you get an employer sponsorship for a visa to allow me to work in Sydney Australia.I fall into the category of skilled worker but I need an Australian to give me a job?
First of all, I am not immigration attorney or anything like that, but i have read a lot about immigration procedures. Yes, you...
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What are some electrical jobs?
You can check out this below website for help. http://erecruitingsolutions.typepad.com/electricaljobs/ ok Take care and all...
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What are some careers in the business field?
Careers in the business field. Alway remember this. The most valuable certificate in the business field is a C.P.A. Get this and...
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How do you go about doing health-field community service over the summer if you only become eligible AFTER the summer is over?
Unless you want to complete your work in the Autum, you will have to wait until early spring to re-apply for summer work, check...
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How can you be helpful to your company's growth?
Being helpful in this area can come from a wide number of variables. I will try to answer question and get to the point....
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How long does it take to become a pharmacist?
Depending on the college of pharmacy attended, the student may need to have a bachelor's degree before starting. Some colleges...
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How much does someone with an associate's degree in liberal arts and sciences make?
Up to about $15.00 per hour in most areas of the country some areas more and some areas less.. Do not expect a career with this...
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How much money does an IS or MIS manager earn?
Naturally, pay levels vary by specialty, experience, industry, etc. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, median annual...
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How does one give a proper handshake?
Delivering a proper handshake can make or break your first impression on a person. A handshake that's too limp or weak can...
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Can an illegal alien work in the US without a green card or visa?
Not legally, no. Do you have family in the US legally? Do you have a potential employer in the US? Are you an engineer, doctor,...
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How do you find the licensing requirements for artists in Mississippi?
I would suggest starting with the Mississippi Arts Commission. That organization was started by the State of Mississippi to help...
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What does a sports anchor do at work?
They report the about what is going on in sports on the news.
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What are References?
Use someone that has current knowledge of your skills and abilities. Your suppervisor is the best since they were the one to...
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What is a surveyor job like?
The following is from a government booklet, so it might not be as candid or helpful as talking to an actual surveyor, but it has...
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Is work experience considered as valuable as a college degree?
Generally yes, but dont forget there is an invisible discrimination against non-degreed people. So you will have to overcome that...
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What are the duties of a busboy?
you come in before or after someone ate at a restuarant, to clean off the area. This is a question I feel qualified to...
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Can a 13-year-old get a job in Ohio?
Want a job by teens!! Every time you send out a resume or apply for a job but fails. Now if you want to earn 3000$+ and want to...
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What is the job description for a waitress?
The job description for a waitress would be to seat the guests, take the drink orders, watch to see if the guests need anything....
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What jobs can you get with an associate's degree in applied science?
If you go to paramedic school, and than go get your associates degree in applied science, you are able to bo do the 9-10 month...
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If you quit your job on the spot and bridges are burned what do you do?
It's very gratifying sometimes to respond to disrespect by walking out the door. The moments that follow are particularly...
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How can you earn money playing the banjo?
by sitting on the side of the street and playing or gettin a bluegrass band together. You can busk or teach people how to play...
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How does immigration affect unemployment?
One opinion: There are an estimated 20 million illegal immigrants in this country. They don't just pick tomatoes anymore. They...
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What kind of job can a person get in St Petersburg Florida with a felony?
depends mainly on the business owner. Whether or not he/she wants to take a chance with that person. Of course this business...
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How do you explain your 'Reason for leaving' when quitting a job?
Be as positive as possible. Say something like, "I have enjoyed working at this company and this decision has been difficult. I...
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What is the average day for a veternarian's office?
There are so many different things a vet does during the day. Physical exams, shots, diagnosing pets problems, medications,...
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What personal qualities or skills do you need to be a pediatrician?
A pediatrican is a medical doctor who has taken four additional years of training in the treatment and diagnosis of children's...
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Can you get a job as a recruiter for a staffing agency even though you have a trafficking conviction?
Staffing Agencies are private businesses, sometimes frachises, and very frequently...not terribly honorable. Generally, they get...
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What are the benefits of being a video game programmer or designer?
the benifits of being a video game designer is that you will know all the secrets and cheats in the game. they can also get a...
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Is a pre-employment background check required to enter into the pharmaceutical sales field?
That all depends on the company policy, but these days, I would venture to say YES. Even retailers are doing it for a simple...
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What does an artist do on the job?
That depends, of course. Some artists (a very few) manage to make a living working independently and selling their "pure" art....
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Is it possible to check into a company's insurance plan to see if a particular medical treatment is covered before accepting a job?
It is possible; however, from a Human Resource Manager's standpoint, I would not recommend it. Discussing medical treatments...
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Can previous employer volunteer legal information not relating to the job?
Only if individual has provided written consent to previous employer allowing them to provide this type of information. Assuming...
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