One of the most critical moments for a search committee, and one of the more perilous for an applicant, is when it gathers information from people who are not on the candidate’s list of references. I ...

When you’re applying for jobs, a common request among employers is for you to provide a list of professional references. After your interview, your references could be a key component on whether you ...

One of the last things many job seekers do prior to submitting a resume is tack on the perfunctory “References Available Upon Request” at the bottom of the document. Most don’t give the statement a ...

Listing references might not seem like something you should have to worry about after going through the hassles of crafting a perfect cover letter and killer resume. However, there is a proper method ...

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When you’re gunning for a new job, there’s a good chance that you’ll spend hours poring over every bullet point on your résumé, and spend even more time writing and rewriting your cover letter. But ...

Job references are important for the employer and the potential employee. Employers typically use references to make hiring decisions and a lack of them can hurt your chances of getting a position. It ...

When is the correct time for a recruiter or employer to request my professional references? I was asked by an ex-colleague of mine to submit a resume for a job opening in his company. I submitted the ...

Imagine applying for your dream job. You submit your CV, letter of motivation, and your list of references. You are then invited to interview, which seems to go well. And all the signs are that you ...