08-07-2010, 01:21 AM
Hmm, an unfortunate conundrum to say the least. Dodgy jobs are simply not worth it. Especially jobs that are 100% commission based. Tell employers you are an independent contractor, and if you are looking for a job in the "computing arena" just make sure you have a portfolio. If worse comes to worse make up a job, leave your friend's phone number as your supervisor contact and roll with it. Most of the time a prospective employer isn't going to call the person you are currently working for, but better be safe than sorry.