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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.
Here’s what you need to know about reference checking
Part of the hiring process usually includes reference and background checks. These may be very superficial, or they may be pretty detailed. Many people have misconceptions about how reference checks are conducted, what a potential employer may ask, and what a former employer may say. The most common reference-checking questions are usually these….
Asking for a Reference
Dear Deb: Is it necessary to ask someone to be a reference? Or, can I use someone’s name on an application without asking them? I don’t want to bother them, especially if they never get a call. Secondly, most employers really don’t check references, right? Thank you, Sebastian Dear Sebastian: Yes, absolutely, you should ask…
Résumé Help: References on a Résumé?
I focused on the reference portion of this candidate’s résumé. He had a second page that only contained his references. Let’s take a few minutes to review this example and identify how to share references in your initial resume submission. It is almost always best to create an addendum to your résumé when showcasing references. An…