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 ...

Completing the job application process usually involves providing professional references. In many instances, you will need to supply a list of references for the prospective employer after submitting ...

Asking for professional references can feel a bit overwhelming. You want to make sure you choose the right people and ask them in a way that feels comfortable. Whether you’re reaching out to a former ...

Have you ever wondered what your professional references say about you when prospective employers call them? Perhaps you suspect that one or more of your references isn’t providing the glowing review ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Great professional references can make or break your job search, yet they are often the most ...

Job seekers make many false assumptions about their professional references: They think they can simply leave bad references off their resumes and that their references don't matter to an employer ...

You may be surprised to learn how often professional references speak ill of the job seekers they purport to represent. Have you ever wondered what your professional references say about you when ...