Being blackballed from getting employed is an actual thing so here is what you need to know 

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The practice of blackballing in the workplace take various forms; from discrimination to termination of employment. William Groden explained that the evilest practice of blackballing is when past employers prevent you from getting a job in the future by blacklisting

Also; you can be blackballed by recruiters who feel like you’re constantly forcing your applications on them. They can blackball your CV so that it doesn’t get noticed. 

...people who work in HR, who might know you personally can also reject your CV because it is YOU. Yes, these things happen. 

Can you get blackballed from employment?

However, only one recruiter can collect a fee per candidate. Too many résumé submissions: A job candidate who applies for too many open positions at one employer can find themselves blacklisted. You may think you're increasing your chances of landing a job, but the opposite actually occurs.

What is blackballing an employee?

The process of blackballing is an exclusionary one in which a current, former or future employee is inequitably denied the right to participate in the business arena. Blackballing can and does still happen.

How do you know if you are blacklisted from employment?

One of the surest ways to discover if you've been blacklisted is to check your own references. You can hire third-party services who will not only call your previous employer but create a detailed transcript that notes tone of voice and other clues.

What happens if a company blacklists you?

If employers blacklist you, he will recommend other organization from the same industry to not hire you ever in future and refrain you to get hired. So, in short, your candidature is not considered for any job positions.

Source references:

www.hrmantra.com

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