A resume is the most important tool in the job search process. In today’s competitive market, employers might receive hundreds of applications for one position. Resumes allow hiring managers to ...

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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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about corporate governance, leadership and diversity. Recruitment 101 includes references as a core component of a ...

Reference calls. We all have to make them. Whether you’re considering hiring a new employee. Or if you’re an investor, and you’re looking to do a background check on the founders of a company. As your ...

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 you apply for a new job, you need a polished resume, a perfected cover letter, and a list of job references who you trust to speak to a potential employer. Some employers may ask for references ...

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 ...