Etiquette on looking for new jobs? (1 Viewer)

[vulgarfraction]

So I've read some of the advice in this subforum for people getting new jobs, and most people say, don't quit the old one until you've secured the new one. Now I agree with that because it's logical, but what about when you apply for the new one? In your work history, you put your current job (especially if it's your first one ), possible reasons for quitting, and employer as a reference. Wouldn't it be a bit awkward when they phone up, though?

What would you do? (Partly hypothetical situation. I'd just like to see what else I can do.)

 

[mr_brightside]

No. It's just a job.
As long as you tell your current employer what your plans are.

 

[jhakka]

I had this problem the other day because I got called in for an interview tomorrow. I just told my boss I'd put in an application, and though nothing might come of it I thought it would be considerate to let them know in case the place did call them.