I recently received a full-time job offer that is contingent on passing a background check. I'm not worried about any criminal history, but I am concerned about the verification of my self-employment as a cosmetologist over the past eight years. I've been at my current job for about five and a half years, which I listed as my most recent employer. Before that, I was a self-employed cosmetologist, having gone through beauty school and maintaining an active license in my state. However, I only provided services to friends and family and never claimed this income on my taxes, so I don't have any pay stubs or tax documents to back it up. The recruiter mentioned that the background team would likely want to see some proof of my self-employment. I'm anxious that this lack of documentation might hurt my chances of moving forward with the company, even though I didn't lie on my application. I plan to hold off on giving notice at my current job until I have a confirmed offer.
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