I have been working with an automobile dealership since 2011, and due to my performance, I am always appreciated by the management. I registered on Naukri.com in 2008, and since then, I have been keeping myself updated on that site. Recently, my HR found my CV on that site and asked me, "Why are you continuously updating yourself on Naukri.com? Are you planning for a new job?" I explained to them that I update my CV only for industrial knowledge, to know which companies are hiring for which positions.
I believe this may have created a wrong impression about me. Now, I am wondering if I should reconsider my approach if they find my CV on the site.
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1I believe this may have created a wrong impression about me. Now, I am wondering if I should reconsider my approach if they find my CV on the site.
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Don't worry. There is no issue with updating our information on the job portal. It is entirely about our personal development. Your management is also doing the same. Even your management doesn't have to ask this question to you. However, if they are professional, there is no issue of a bad impression. Continue to update the CV. If your management asks this question again, they are seeking your expectations from them. If they are ready to fulfill it, then it's a better opportunity for you.
All the best.
From India, Pune
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What is wrong if you upload and update your information on the job portal? You could have simply stated that you cannot afford to miss out on a better opportunity. If you don't take advantage of opportunities, your growth may be hindered. Who can afford to do that? There was no need for HR to be so naive, and neither for you to be apologetic.
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The Importance of Job Portals
The concept of job portals is driven by the undeniable fact that "candidates may not be looking for a job, but they are always looking at the job." It is important to keep profiles updated on these portals to understand how competitive one's credentials are in the current market arena.
Management's Perspective on Employee Loyalty
Management must understand that it is not an issue of disloyalty when employees update their profiles on job portals. Even if you apply to the arch-rival of your current employer, there should be no questioning by management, as long as you follow the ethical trajectories of employment and exit formalities.
Rest assured and continue putting in good efforts in your work. Meanwhile, also try to counsel your HR on this issue.
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From India, Chandigarh
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The concept of job portals is driven by the undeniable fact that "candidates may not be looking for a job, but they are always looking at the job." It is important to keep profiles updated on these portals to understand how competitive one's credentials are in the current market arena.
Management's Perspective on Employee Loyalty
Management must understand that it is not an issue of disloyalty when employees update their profiles on job portals. Even if you apply to the arch-rival of your current employer, there should be no questioning by management, as long as you follow the ethical trajectories of employment and exit formalities.
Rest assured and continue putting in good efforts in your work. Meanwhile, also try to counsel your HR on this issue.
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From India, Chandigarh
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Understanding the HR Perspective
Imagine walking into your office only to find someone being interviewed for your role. How does it feel? Well, it's your HR team who are in that situation right now. Please empathize and establish with them the reasons that made you join the firm and continue for so long.
Industry Relevance and Market Competition
However, regarding your point about being relevant to the industry, yes, you do need to put yourself out in the market to measure the competition. Please remain trustworthy with your firm. Debating the fact that your firm may stop needing your services someday, hence it's right for you to venture out, is pointless as nothing of that sort has been communicated to you. You might move into another role someday, but not right now.
Privacy and CV Visibility
Have you tried the option to block your CV from the range of employers who shouldn't be viewing it? It was there years back; I am not sure if it's still available. Remain modest and honest. Your HR will continue to be concerned about it until you establish your efforts with performance.
Mutual Respect and Future Considerations
Value them as you would want them to value you even after you leave the firm. Wish you all the best!
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Imagine walking into your office only to find someone being interviewed for your role. How does it feel? Well, it's your HR team who are in that situation right now. Please empathize and establish with them the reasons that made you join the firm and continue for so long.
Industry Relevance and Market Competition
However, regarding your point about being relevant to the industry, yes, you do need to put yourself out in the market to measure the competition. Please remain trustworthy with your firm. Debating the fact that your firm may stop needing your services someday, hence it's right for you to venture out, is pointless as nothing of that sort has been communicated to you. You might move into another role someday, but not right now.
Privacy and CV Visibility
Have you tried the option to block your CV from the range of employers who shouldn't be viewing it? It was there years back; I am not sure if it's still available. Remain modest and honest. Your HR will continue to be concerned about it until you establish your efforts with performance.
Mutual Respect and Future Considerations
Value them as you would want them to value you even after you leave the firm. Wish you all the best!
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If they repeatedly ask the same question, you can simply explain a reason like receiving daily notifications from Naukri. In the meantime, just go and access the link; that's why Naukri is showing it like that.
Steps to Block Companies on Naukri
Another way you can handle this is by going to your Naukri profile. Within that, you may find "My Naukri" in a blue bar. Inside that, you will find "Block Companies." Then, type your company name and simply block the company. This could be useful to you, as normally everyone just blocks their present company with this option.
So, you can simply avoid all these problems.
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Steps to Block Companies on Naukri
Another way you can handle this is by going to your Naukri profile. Within that, you may find "My Naukri" in a blue bar. Inside that, you will find "Block Companies." Then, type your company name and simply block the company. This could be useful to you, as normally everyone just blocks their present company with this option.
So, you can simply avoid all these problems.
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There is nothing wrong. No force on earth can compel an employee to work for an organization ad infinitum! In fact, you can find the resume of the same HR person as well, if not on Naukri, maybe on Monster or elsewhere. You can assert that you are at liberty to do so, as it has nothing to do with your assigned responsibilities. What you do outside the office or during non-working hours is immaterial to the organization, since you are accountable for your actions.
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When someone asked me the question once, I told them that I knew at least 10 others in the company who had offers from other companies! That put the HR in total discomfort
To be honest, what happened is not good! If the HR is asking if you are looking for a job, there is a tendency to influence your bosses in saying:
- You are probably unhappy
- You might be leaving, hence, reduce the workload
- Exclude you from strategic engagements as you are possibly looking at other options
If you tell your girlfriend that you are looking at someone else, I am sure she could react in different ways . So, despite what the others have said, I don't see this as a good incident.
In any case, be professional and discuss less on this matter. You are there to work, and they are tasked with ensuring you work...
From United States, Daphne
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To be honest, what happened is not good! If the HR is asking if you are looking for a job, there is a tendency to influence your bosses in saying:
- You are probably unhappy
- You might be leaving, hence, reduce the workload
- Exclude you from strategic engagements as you are possibly looking at other options
If you tell your girlfriend that you are looking at someone else, I am sure she could react in different ways . So, despite what the others have said, I don't see this as a good incident.
In any case, be professional and discuss less on this matter. You are there to work, and they are tasked with ensuring you work...
From United States, Daphne
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Use the Block feature to block companies you don't want to have access to your resume. Alternatively, I believe HR professionals should view this as an opportunity to understand why a valuable employee is seeking new opportunities. Why wait for an exit interview? Let's consider implementing retention interviews.
Avoid asking direct questions that may put the employee on the defensive or in a submissive mode. Instead, engage in one-on-one casual conversations. This approach is both productive and serves as a preventive measure to retain good staff.
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Avoid asking direct questions that may put the employee on the defensive or in a submissive mode. Instead, engage in one-on-one casual conversations. This approach is both productive and serves as a preventive measure to retain good staff.
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There is nothing wrong with the same. Relax! Even the HR professional is not born in the same company. He/she must have come from somewhere. Take it as a learning experience! Next time, please ensure to block the companies in resume view.
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Thank you.
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