How do you feel if you're applying for a job, and you have a former coworker working there that wasn't a fan of you. Does it deter you from applying? Do you think it will have a large negative impact on your ability to get the role?

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I’ve applied anyway and landed the job. If you’ve grown and your work speaks for itself, you’ll outshine the noise. Address it only if it comes up. Are you confident that the hiring manager can see beyond old dynamics? If you feel confident go for it, but if stress you out, it's not worth it.

thanks for your input!

This reminds me of a time when a classmate in college who set out to make my life a living hell applied for a job in my firm. I purposefully held an interview just to see her squirm. Honestly, if she had interviewed well, I would have no issues with bringing her on. But to no surprise, she didn't.

im sorry that happened to you!

If I wanted the job I would apply. It wouldn't make sense to me to shy away from a job because of someone I used to work with. And seriously, people sometimes have short memories, over time they actually tend to let go of grudges.

thanks! appreciate it

If I really want the job Ill go for it. A coworker can't dictate everything.

so true- thank you :)

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