I need advice on whether or not I should fabricate references that an employer asked from me. I haven’t worked in 3 years and I’ve quit all of my previous jobs in not so great ways ( I’m a dumbass ), which leaves me unable to give any real contact info. I’ve never faked references before but I’m desperate for work at the moment and this specific job could lead to an actual career for me. The business owner who I spoke said he prefers references from my past employers, I just have no idea on how I could fake this or if I even should? I’ve already lied on my resume about various things but for whatever reason I just feel super anxious about lying when it comes to my references
what do I do if I’m in the unfortunate position of having no friends?
Make up any gaps in your CV with self employment doing whatever will sound good. Unverifiable and doesn’t matter if you sound right though.
You were running a semi profitable landscaping business. It didn’t work out. You liked being a self starter and the feel of the sap on your skin showing you that you put in a honest day’s work but it is a cutthroat business and you need more stability in your life