Reference letters come in many different shapes and forms, so don’t think that one size fits all. I’ve written in the past about how to request reference letters in different situations, be it from ...

No matter how great a candidate seems, how appealing, how experienced, how perfect a fit, you’re looking for trouble if you don’t check references before making an offer. Better to get any bad news by ...

Letters of reference or recommendation are common devices in the corporate world. Many people request letters of reference from current or former employers, and employers may be more than happy to ...

Q: Do I have to provide a reference? I have an ex-employee who worked for the business for more than 10 years. While his work performance was average, his attendance record was poor. He has now found ...

When you're called on as a reference for a former employee, it's important to note what you legally can and cannot say during your conversation. Misinformation about what you can say can cause legal ...

When assessing a potential new hire, have you ever had to ask yourself, "How wasn't this flagged during the reference check?" If so, you could be missing key steps when checking the candidate’s ...