How to Conduct a Job Search Without Letting Your Current Boss Know
It has become fairly common for people to look for another job while they are currently employed. Whether you are looking for a new job that pays more, has shorter hours or boosts your resume, it is important to conduct your job search without letting your current boss know.
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Refrain from telling your boss and/or coworkers that you are looking for another job. If your boss knows you are seeking out other employment, he may begin looking for your replacement.
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Conduct your job search at home or at your local internet café. Often, companies monitor your visited Web sites, e-mails and voice mail. Looking for another job on company equipment or company time can make it easier for your boss to learn of your job search.
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Use your cell phone number on your resume and make any job-related phone calls away from the office. This can help you avoid the chance of your boss or a coworker overhearing your call.
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Hide your employer's name if you post your resume on a job-hunting Web site. Your boss or HR department might discover your resume while searching the Internet for the company's name and realize that you are looking for another job if your company is listed on your resume.
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Schedule interviews before work, during lunch or after work. On that same note, if you work in a business-casual environment, do not come into work with a suit on for your interview. Figure out somewhere to change before or after your interview.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are looking for a new job through a job-search Web site, take advantage of the privacy settings. Some sites have settings that allow you to hide your private information and block specific companies from viewing your resume.
Do not list your current boss as a reference.
Do not put your work e-mail address on your resume.
