Letters of references?
I am in need of a change of environment in my career. However, I really do not want my current employer to know that I will be applying elsewhere just incase I do not get the position. However...the problem is many jobs request a letter of reference from your direct supervisor. Therefore, how does one secretly apply for a new job without letting their employer know that they are ready for a change? Especially since the potential employer will be calling in for a reference?
Hopefully this makes sense. Would love some feedback on what other people have done.
The potential employer requires 3 current letter of reference from different supervisors. They are still old school just because they get TONS of applications and they use the letter of reference to screen candidates initially. I could possibly get 2 letter of reference but I know the employer would like a letter from the main boss.