Should I remove my last role immediately if I resigned or wait until finding a new job? I've heard mixed things about keeping it listed to be found by recruiters or remove and state 'Open to Work.' I've concluded my role this month so I could wait until August 1st or would it be better to remove now? Thank you and I'd appreciate your advice!

6 Comments

1. Sue Gordon- retired Career CoachJuly 15,2024 at 6:37PM UTC

   Only if the job was very short term or you don’t want to discuss it with future employers. Really need more context and detail to advise.

   maybe just put an end date of July 2024?

2. Suzanne TaylorJuly 15,2024 at 6:38PM UTC

   Assuming you’re talking about your LinkedIn profile, I would wait until August then set your last job’s end date to July. It’s better to be honest!

   I also recommend setting yourself as “Open to Work” so it’s visible to recruiters. Recruiters have limited credits to contact candidates so they’ll prioritize people most likely to be job searching. You can also make Open to Work visible to all — if you’re active on LinkedIn it can be a good way to show connections you’re searching since your picture with the “Open to Work” sash will be visible in their feed.

3. AnonymousJuly 15,2024 at 7:29PM UTC

   How long were you in the role? Are you looking to remove it because it was a quick stint? It ended badly? Some other reason?

4. AnonymousJuly 16,2024 at 3:54PM UTC

   I worked in the role for just under 4 months and left of my own accord. It was a temporary role during a family emergency and I needed a paycheck. It's such a different level and role than past positions that while it shows I was working during that it time, I'm worried that it will pigeon hole me into a field or level that doesn't reflect my background. Thank you.

5. AnonymousJuly 17,2024 at 4:31PM UTC

   I was in a role for about 5 months and separated from the company. I still have it as my current role on LinkedIn but have "Open to Work" on the backend for recruiters. On my resume I have the years listed. If it comes up in an interview, that's when I tell my narrative.

6. AnonymousJuly 17,2024 at 5:11PM UTC

   Keep yourself as employed, then when and if asked during an interview you can share your current situation when they inquire. If they don't just focus on your skills for the role they are interviewing you for an not on the negative space you are currently in.