Weight of a Poor Internal Reference in transitioning?
I've been working at an Back Office Ops job for a BB for about a year and am trying to make an upward move, needless to say.
I want to break into Equity Research and have developed the right relationships and contacts thus far as far as networking is concerned. I was even able to send my resume out to the Head Recruiter and a few Associates in the department that I also spoke to have mentioned that I'm in good shape after taking a look at my resume.
The only problem is that my work in my ops job hasn't been great. Not because of abillity but a sheer lack of motivation. I can't seem to get myself to work as well as I can. I do get by doing the bare minimum, though. My year-end review wasn't a trainwreck, and I did make the middle of the road rating. However, I know they're going to make an internal call for a reference, and my boss will more than likely not be of mind to recommend me.
How far can a poor reference go toward dampening my chances for a transition?
Moreover, given my relatively poor performance, any input on how to even inform my boss about my intentions before I apply, would be greatly appreciated.
Can make all the difference, depending on the firm.
In my experience it made all the difference so be careful.
Poor references have the potential to be extremely detrimental.
A poor reference.. carries a lot of weight. I'd be wary.
I would not hire anyone that did not do well in their current job. Take pride in your work
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