DISCUSSIONS

In this competitive market, is it better to use a friend's address in the location you want to work or be honest? I feel that my resumes aren't even reaching hiring managers or I'm immediately excluded as I'm in upstate NY and applying for roles in NYC.

Anonymous Image

Anonymous

Welcome to Fairygodboss!

We’re the largest online career community helping women achieve their career goals. Gain access to articles, jobs, events, and a supportive network of women and allies. Membership is free, always.

In this competitive market, is it better to use a friend's address in the location you want to work or be honest? I feel that my resumes aren't even reaching hiring managers or I'm immediately excluded as I'm in upstate NY and applying for roles in NYC.

Back story, I worked in NYC for 15 years until this year. I'm ready to return but finding the bridge to the Lincoln tunnel, closed to out of the area applicants. Considering a GWB approach from Jersey instead to help cross the line.

Friends have offered the use of their addresses and I've debated taking them up on the offer or using a past address. In this market where there's been so many layoffs, I'm seeking a way to stand out rather than ticking the button stating I would relocate. I'd appreciate your advice!

Why women love us:

  • Daily articles on career topics
  • Jobs at companies dedicated to hiring more women
  • Advice and support from an authentic community
  • Events that help you level up in your career
  • Free membership, always

Like

5 comments

Share

Share your insight

Join an authentic community that helps women support each other at work. Share your professional experience or ask for advice — you can even post anonymously.

5 Comments

Join the conversation
  1. Anonymous

    For a resume? Don't use an address at all.

  2. Anonymous

    I don't for my resume but forms require addresses.

  3. Anonymous

    +++Update, company's forms or candidate profiles require addresses.

  4. Anonymous

    In this day and age, full addresses on a resume are obsolete. The odds of them even remotely sending you a piece of mail is almost nil. Make sure you have a professional email address Example firstname.lastname@gmail.com do not have something like partyanimal@gmailc.om or my all time favorite 2hot2handle@aol.com

  5. maria rose

    To the OP of this post, we get the why you are not presently residing in the immediate NYC —you need a certain level of income to afford a NYC residence especially if you live in Manhattan section of NYC and any area boroughs with close access.to that section where those jobs are available. As the others have said, on your resume you would not have listed your address and today’s application would include that question about relocating. If standing out to be considered as a top candidate, it would be your job skills and their application to the specific job that you need to concentrate on and emphasize especially when you get to the actual interviews in whatever method they are done. Everyone can look great on paper but it’s your performance that really shows your job skills. I don’t know what field of work you are concentrating in working in but each type of job requires different skills , so emphasize your skills in a way describes them using the key words that the AI is looking for, in order to get yourself considered for the interview process. Your address has nothing to do with getting the job except for payroll paperwork. One thing I want to emphasize is that if you are applying for an in-office job position but also are wanting WFH eventual need—you may need to ask directly about that possibility and not assume that it is applicable to the position you are applying to get. WFH positions are not necessarily paid in today’s hiring environment at the same rate as fully in office positions especially in NYC. If that’s the worry you think potential employers are assuming because your current address is not in NYC Manhattan), that will be part of your interview conversations when offered a position.—Good luck

Browse recent posts

jljl3ph
Plan construction projects with the Concrete Calculator, a practical online tool for estimating material quantities, calculating concrete requirements, managing costs, and simplifying building work.
Hiii everyone!
I'm. Current looking for remote jobs
Your trusted partner for a cleaner, healthier home in Los Angeles, California. At Quick Clean Carpet Care, we've been providing top-notch carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, pet accident treatment, hard floor cleaning, rug cleaning, window cleaning, and house washing services for over 9 years. Our team of experts uses eco-friendly solutions and state-of-the-art equipment to leave your home sparkling clean and germ-free. From stain removal to deep cleaning, we've got you covered. Serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer service and unparalleled results. Call us today to schedule your appointment and experience the Quick Clean difference!
Your trusted partner for a cleaner, healthier home in Los Angeles, California. At Quick Clean Carpet Care, we've been providing top-notch carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, pet accident treatment, hard floor cleaning, rug cleaning, window cleaning, and house washing services for over 9 years. Our team of experts uses eco-friendly solutions and state-of-the-art equipment to leave your home sparkling clean and germ-free. From stain removal to deep cleaning, we've got you covered. Serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer service and unparalleled results. Call us today to schedule your appointment and experience the Quick Clean difference!
See more
Fairygodboss VIP
Achieve your career goals.
Be part of the largest online career community for women to find jobs, advice, and support — for free.
Fairygodboss members