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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

A reference can make or break your chances of a new job, but employers are required to be honest when asked about former staff members. Outside of regulated financial services roles, there is no ...

This post originally appeared on LearnVest. When you’re gunning for a new job, there’s a good chance that you’ll spend hours poring over every bulletpoint on your résumé, and spend even more time ...

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 ...