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 ...

Nolan Church shares tips for handling references when leaving a job on bad terms. Mending relationships before leaving can improve future reference outcomes and job prospects. Self-awareness and ...

Candid references are difficult to obtain these days, making the hiring process all the more challenging. Many companies such as my own have policies that prohibit employees from giving references for ...

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 ...